[PADG:1120] Yale, head, collections care

[Roberta Pilette <roberta.pilette@xxxxxxxx>]

Hi,
  We plan to start interviewing in September for this position and I
just wanted to put out another call for the Head, Collections Care
operation.  So, for those of you who have been thinking of applying,
please submit your resume soon so we may consider you in the pool of
candidates.

  I will be happy to talk with anyone regarding the position. 
Feel free to give me a call or send me an email.

Thanks.
Bobbie Pilette
Head, Preservation Dept.
Yale University Library
203-432-1714
roberta.pilette@xxxxxxxx

Yale University 
Head, Collections Care
Preservation Department/Collections Care
Librarian II/III, M&P 24/25  


YALE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching
and research at the University, has more than 12 million volumes housed
in the Sterling Memorial Library and 22 school and departmental
libraries. It employs a dynamic, diverse and innovative staff of nearly
600 FTE who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of
faculty and students, participate on committees and are involved in other
areas of staff development. A full spectrum of library resources, from
rare books and manuscripts to a rapidly expanding network of electronic
resources, constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library
is engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to
a full array of scholarly information. For additional information on the
Yale University Library, please visit the Library's Web site at:

http://www.library.yale.edu/. 
 
COLLECTIONS CARE
Yale University Library's Collections Care is one of three units
within the Preservation Department and is responsible for the care and
repair of all circulating collections including reference materials. In
addition, Collections Care includes monograph commercial binding.
Collections Care staff consult and provide leadership Library-wide on
conservation issues such as the safe care and handling of circulating
collections, emergency response and recovery, and provides information to
the public on conservation practices at Yale University Library. The Head
of Collections Care serves as a member of the Preservation Management
Team.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the direction of the Head, Preservation Department and Chief
Preservation Officer the Head of Collections Care plans and directs the
activities including the development, implementation and/or
administration of policies and procedures governing the preservation and
conservation of circulating and open stack collections. In order to do
this effectively, it is expected that the successful candidate will work
with librarians in setting treatment priorities for circulating and open
stack collections and advise library staff on preservation principles and
practices; as well as establish selection guidelines, standards, and
production levels for Collections Care staff, including training,
monitoring workflow, sorting, and documentation. Other responsibilities
of the Head of Collections Care include maintaining equipment, tracking
statistics and inventory control as well as managing the Collections Care
budget, which includes the commercial binding budget.  

The Head of Collections Care, along with other members of the
Preservation Management Team, will assist in maintaining the emergency
response plan and respond to emergencies as needed.  The Head of
Collections Care participates actively in the Library's management,
assessment, training, and development programs; contributes to
implementing the mission of the Library; serves on Library and University
committees as appropriate; and is active professionally. The Head of
Collections Care maintains professional affiliations in appropriate
organizations and keeps abreast of the latest developments in
conservation principles, techniques, and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree in Conservation, Materials Science, Library Science
(ALA-accredited program), or related field, and four years conservation
experience in a research library; or an equivalent combination of
education and experience. Excellent teaching and supervisory skills with
experience supervising technical and/or professional staff as
demonstrated by previous relevant experience.   Comprehensive
knowledge of the organization and administrative policies and procedures
of libraries and archives. Advanced knowledge of chemistry and book
history, conservation principles, techniques and procedures, as relating
to library materials. Well-developed organizational, research, and
analytical skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Strong analytical and computer skills. The ability to work independently
and with others; to excel in a dynamic team environment.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful
candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package
including 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days;
comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and
relocation assistance. Applications will be accepted until the position
is filled. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the
names of three references should be mailed to: Diane Y. Turner, Associate
University Librarian for Human Resources, Staff Training & Security;
Yale University Library; P.O. Box 208240, New Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203)
432-1806. Submissions via email are also welcomed and can be sent as a
Word attachment to
hrlibrary@xxxxxxxx. Please be sure to include Source Codes
EAYU14918.
 
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer