[PADG:1305] Library Conservator Position at the University of California, Berkeley

[Erika Lindensmith <elindensmith@xxxxxxxxx>]

Please circulate.


Library Conservator
Preservation Department
University of California, Berkeley
Join the Preservation Department's team charged with conserving paper-based archives, circulating, and special collections at the University of California, Berkeley.

Responsibilities:

Provide disaster response and salvage of collections; analyze needs and sort collection materials for conservation treatment;  perform simple through complex treatments on paper, books, and photographs exercising a high degree of  judgment in applying established conservation principles and procedures;  organize and implement conservation projects, including production planning, supplies, and workflow to meet project deadlines;  communicate with staff and clients orally and in writing;  document treatment and processing procedures;  teach other staff treatment skills and procedures;  use and maintain specialized conservation equipment (e.g., suction table, board shears, guillotine, ultrasonic encapsulator,  freeze dryer, fume extractor, mold abatement equipment);  compile departmental records and statistics for conservation services;  monitor supply and equipment needs, investigate options to meet needs, and resolve technical problems.

Requirements & Qualifications:

Training from a recognized library and archives preservation/conservation graduate program, or equivalent. Book and paper repair and conservation skills for treatment of  archives, circulating, and special collections' materials;  working knowledge of library and archives conservation principles;  ability to work effectively as a member of a team;  ability to work under general supervision with a high degree of day-to-day independence;  writing skills to document procedures;   basic competence with email and Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications:  Three or more years experience as a professional library/archives conservator; broad range of experience working in conservation in a research library/archives; experience with photographic conservation; know
 chemistry.


Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The hiring salary range is $35,964 to $45,084.  The full salary range is $35,964 to $58,776

For further information or to apply, go to: http://www.hrweb.berkeley.edu
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