Conservator Position

[Paula De Stefano <destefan@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

New York University Libraries
Collections Conservator

Position description:  The Collections Conservator is responsible
for the physical care of a wide range of research materials in
New York University's Elmer Holmes Bobst Library.  He/she
administrates a comprehensive program to conserve materials held
in the general collections, special collections and archives, and
performs a variety of treatments designed to stablilize and
protect their condition.  In addition, approximately 50% of the 
Collections Conservator's time is spent on treating unique and 
special collections materials.  

The Collections Conservator reports to the Head of the
Preservation Department and assists in managing and planning the
conservation program, including: establishing conservation
priorities within the Library; manages and plans treatment
methods and procedures for circulating collections, special
collections and archives materials; performs treatments primarily
on special collections materials; trains and supervises 2
full-time conservation technicians and 3-4 student workers;
assists in developing and coordinating special projects; assists
in coordinating the Library's environmental monitoring, disaster
preparedness plan, and exhibits; and serves as a consultant to
other library staff in branch libraries. 

Qualifications: Extensive knowledge of current conservation
principles, practices and procedures; two or more years
experience in a conservation program in a research library;
experience in treatment decision-making; demonstrated ability to
work independently and productively in a fluid, complex
organization and to communicate effectively both verbally and in
writing; supervisory capabilities; strong analytic and
organization skills; ability to work with staff at all levels and
with many different backgrounds.  Additional experience in
conservation of archival collections preferred.  Portfolio of
work will be required at interview.

Salary: Minimum salary of  $35,400.  Excellent benefits.  Send
resume with salary requirements to: Janet Koztowski, Director for
Human Resources, NYU, Bobst Library, 70 Washington Square South,
NY,NY 10012.

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Paula De Stefano
Barbara Goldsmith Curator for Preservation and
  Head, Preservation Department
New York University Libraries
70 Washington Square South
New York, NY 10012
Voice:  212/998-2563
Fax:    212/995-4583
Email:  paula.destefano@xxxxxxx