Preservation Officer
Special Collections
University Libraries
University at Buffalo
Responsibilities:
As part of the Special Collections unit, the Preservation Officer
administers and directs the University Libraries' Preservation Program
with a primary focus on the conservation and reformatting of special
collections materials. Directs staff engaged in preservation and
conservation activities for all types of material located in all library
units. Organizes activities to support the recommendations contained in
the review of the University Libraries' Preservation Program which was
conducted in 2003.
Reports to the Director of Special Collections.
Manages funding for Preservation activities provided by the
University Libraries and through the New York State Program for the
Conservation and Preservation of Library Research Materials.
In conjunction with the Director of Special Collections, the
Curator of the Poetry Collection, and the University Archivist,
establishes priorities for the conservation and reformatting of special
collections materials and policies and procedures for patron-initiated
photocopying. Organizes work to realize these priorities, policies, and
procedures.
Prepares grant proposals for preservation and digitizing projects
with particular emphasis on projects which support conservation of special
collection materials and/or the creation of digital collections.
Ensures that the Preservation Program adheres to national
standards for material conservation and reformatting and has a viable
program in all of the areas required by the State Program for the
Conservation and Preservation of Library Research Materials--Commercial
binding; Conservation-identification of material; Conservation-response to
damaged material; Preservation reformatting [including digital];
Preservation education and awareness; Environmental conditions within the
Libraries; and Disaster prevention, response, and recovery.
Responsible for the preparation of reports and long-range plans
required for participation in New York State Program for the Conservation
and Preservation of Library Research Materials. Represents the University
at Buffalo at meetings of the preservation administrators of the
Comprehensive Research Libraries of New York State and nationally.
Promotes sound preservation practices to the library and museum
community in Western New York and participates in training opportunities
for area librarians and curators.
In conjunction with staff throughout the University Libraries
conducts collection condition surveys and establishes local policies,
procedures, and priorities for the conservation of library materials in
all formats and in all locations. Serves on the University Libraries'
Collections Council.
Works with preservation librarians in the region to provide
training opportunities for area librarians and curators; coordinates with
preservation administrators of the Comprehensive Research Libraries of New
York State, and, in particular, the preservation administrators of the
other three SUNY centers, in the identification and development of
cooperative projects and grant proposals.
Qualifications:
Required: MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited program. Three to five
years of responsible experience in a preservation program in a research
library, knowledge of preservation and collection management practices,
demonstrated organizational and managerial ability, strong interpersonal
skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills. In addition
to a demonstrated working knowledge of the standards and procedures for
the preservation of print material, demonstrated knowledge of the
applications and issues involved in digital technology and the
preservation of non-print media is also required.
Highly Desirable: Experience in grant writing and working within a state
or regional collaborative environment.
Salary/Rank: Tenure-track faculty status at the rank of Senior Assistant
Librarian ($38,000 minimum); competitive and commensurate with
qualifications and experience.
Related Web Sites:
University at Buffalo: http://www.buffalo.edu/
University at Buffalo Libraries: http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/
University at Buffalo Libraries Preservation Program Review:
http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries/units/cts/preservation/review.html
UB Libraries Faculty Documents
Bylaws of the Faculty of the University Libraries
http://libweb.lib.buffalo.edu/sw/roles/hr/fecBylaws.pdf
Criteria for Faculty Personnel Actions
http://libweb.lib.buffalo.edu/sw/roles/hr/libcriteria.pdf
UB offers a generous benefits program: Optional retirement programs
including TIAA/CREF, optional health coverage programs, 15 21 days
vacation per year, and more.
Please send letter of application and resume including the names of at
least three references to:
Kenneth Hood
Human Resources Officer
University Libraries
University at Buffalo, The State
University of New York
432 Capen Hall
Buffalo, New York 14260 1625
Search Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and
continue until an appointment is made.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER/RECRUITER No person in
whatever relationship with the University at Buffalo shall be subject to
discrimination on the basis of age, creed, color, disability, national
origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or veteran
status. 12/17/04
The University at Buffalo Libraries
With seven major units (including Health Sciences and Law) and one branch,
the library system has collections of over 3.5 million volumes, numerous
electronic resources, subscribes to over 26,444 serials and periodicals,
has 5.5 million microforms and government documents. Students and faculty
are served in the Libraries by over 128 library faculty and professional
staff, 49 support staff, and hundreds of student assistants. We are
members of the Association of Research Libraries. Please visit our web
site at: http://ublib.buffalo.edu/libraries.
The University at Buffalo is New York State's premier public center for
graduate and professional education and the State's largest and most
comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 27,000
students. A member of the prestigious Association of American Universities
(AAU), the University at Buffalo offers a broad range of undergraduate,
masters, and doctoral degree programs. It is located on two major
campuses. The South Campus, with its ivy-covered edifices, is located
within the City and has been redesigned and renovated as a major medical
research center. The North Campus, a few miles away in Amherst, is a
massive complex of academic buildings, art centers, sports arenas and
stadiums. The North Campus "academic spine" provides a
one-mile complex of buildings, completely enclosed from the elements.
Shuttle service connects the campuses.
Buffalo, New York State's second largest metropolitan area, is a vibrant
city with a lively theater district, important art collections, several
institutions of higher education, an outstanding symphony orchestra, and
an active, national league sports scene. A rapid transit system connects
UB facilities and activities with the downtown area, the waterfront,
sports arenas, theaters, and other cultural venues.
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John A. Edens
University at Buffalo Libraries, State University of New York
Voice--Central Technical Services 716 645-2510
University Archives 716 645-2916
Fax--Central Technical Services 716 645-5955
University Archives 716 645-3714
e-mail edens@xxxxxxxxxxx
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