[PADG:1711] conservator position at University of Kansas

["Baird, Brian J" <bbaird@xxxxxxxxx>]

University of Kansas Libraries 

CONSERVATOR					
								
Application review date: June 24, 2002			 
(http://www.lib.ku.edu <http://www.lib.ku.edu> )           

The University of Kansas Libraries invite applications for the position of
Conservator. The Conservator will assist in the management of the Stannard
Conservation Laboratory and assist in the education of library staff about
new conservation treatments available. Reports to the Preservation
Librarian. 

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

*	Perform or oversee all conservation treatments done on materials
owned by the University of Kansas Libraries from both the general and
special collections.  
*	Maintain strict quality control over all treatments performed in the
conservation lab and collect, analyze, and report quantitative statistics
for items processed in the lab.
*	Establish workflow patterns of materials to and from the
Conservation Labs.
*	Assist the Preservation Librarian in providing training for Library
staff and users on collection care and handling and assist in promoting
sound preservation practices and principles throughout the Libraries.    
*	Maintain inventories of equipment and supplies used in the lab.  
*	Provide supervision and leadership to conservation staff.  
Additional information about the University Libraries' Preservation
Department can be found at http://www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation
<http://www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation> .

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   Master's degree in a relevant discipline.
Significant book-related library conservation experience, OR a certificate
in book conservation and some  book-
related library conservation experience.  Knowledge of library preservation
and conservation treatments and technology.  Knowledge of physical and
chemical properties of books and paper.  Ability to work effectively with
department staff, subject librarians, and other library staff in developing
and following correct procedures for the care and preservation of library
collections.  Ability to communicate effectively both in writing and orally.
Experience in examining library materials to determine the most appropriate
preservation treatment on an item-by-item basis.  Conservation skills will
be evaluated in part through examination of a portfolio of work of correctly
applied treatment techniques of book conservation (candidates selected for
an interview will be asked to supply a portfolio). 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:   MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Experience
with desktop publishing software.  Conservation experience in research
library collections conservation as well as single-item conservation
treatment.  Supervisory experience with student conservation assistants. 

ANNUAL SALARY AND BENEFITS:  A highly competitive salary range is offered,
dependent upon experience and qualifications.  Benefits include 22 days
vacation and 12 days sick leave per year; several paid holidays; group
health and life insurance options; choice of four retirement programs,
eligibility for sabbatical leave (if appointed as library faculty).	

APPLICATION PROCEDURES & REVIEW DATE:   Applications received by June 24th
will receive first consideration. For full consideration, applicants must
provide a letter indicating how their experience relates to each of the
required and preferred qualifications.  In addition, please provide a
current resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email
addresses of three references. Please do not submit portfolios at this time.
Please send this material to: 

Sandra K. Gilliland, Asst. to the Dean
University of Kansas Libraries - 502 Watson Library
1425 Jayhawk Boulevard
Lawrence, KS 66045-7544
phone:  (785)864-8922   fax:  (785)864-5311
email:  sgilliland@xxxxxx

Additional information about this position and the University Libraries can
be found at http://www.lib.ku.edu.  <http://www.lib.ku.edu/> 


The University of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. The University encourages applications from underrepresented group
members. Federal and state legislation prohibits discrimination on the basis
of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, age, disability,
and veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination
on the basis of sexual orientation, marital status, and parental status.


Brian Baird 

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Brian J. Baird 
Preservation Librarian 
University of Kansas Libraries
First Floor, Watson Library
1425 Jayhawk Blvd
Lawrence, KS 66045-7544
(785) 864-3568
fax: (785) 864-5311
bbaird@xxxxxx
www2.lib.ku.edu/preservation