New York State Preservation Administration Internship

New York State Preservation Administration Internship
10-month temporary professional position available at Columbia
University Libraries
Job #95-5

This is a temporary 10-month internship, funded by a grant from the New
York State Program for the Conservation and Preservation of Library
Research Materials.  The intern will report to the Director for
Preservation.  Responsibilities will include surveying the condition of
a library collection, assessing current preservation procedures and
needs, assisting in the preparation of grant proposals, and other
appropriate special projects.  The intern will have the opportunity to
participate in planning sessions, policy discussions, and other
library-wide preservation activities.

In addition to an accredited MLS, requirements are:  knowledge of
preservation and conservation practices and techniques, as demonstrated
through previous relevant experience in a research or academic
institution and/or successful completion of a formal program/classes in
the preservation of research library materials.  Preference will be
given to qualified New York State residents, including students
graduating from New York library schools and librarians working in New
York institutions.  Out-of-state applicants will be considered if there
are no qualified in-state applicants.

Salary:  $27,970 for ten months.  Preferred starting date is 4/1/95.
Excellent benefits include assistance with University housing and
significant support for job-related travel.

Send resume, listing names, addresses, and phone numbers of three
references to:

    Jane Hunt
    Human Resources Office
    Box 35 Butler Library
    Columbia University
    535 West 114th Street
    New York, NY 10027

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  *Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled.*

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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