[padg] Job Opening at the University of Maryland Libraries

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The University of Maryland Libraries are seeking applicants for Head of Preservation, a library faculty position.  The successful candidate will be responsible for a program focused on the preservation of  the Libraries’ collections in all formats, with responsibilities for conservation, brittle materials, reformatting, digital preservation, binding, and end processing.   In addition, he or she will assess and redesign the existing program to meet the expanding needs of the Libraries’ unique special collections in all formats, including digital objects. First consideration will be given to applications received by October 10, 2008. 

Very sincerely yours, 

Maxwell Brown 
Sean Daugherty 
Bryan Draper 
Terry Owen 
Carlen Ruschoff (ex-officio) 
Beth Alvarez (Chair) 

Search Committee for Head of Preservation 

TITLE: Librarian (Head of Preservation) #102801 
CATEGORY: Non-tenured Faculty, Full-Time (12-Month Appointment) 
SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience; comprehensive benefits 

An opportunity for a service-oriented individual to work within the team environment of the University of Maryland (UM) Libraries in College Park, the largest university library system in the region and in close proximity to the nation’s capital.  Visit the UM Libraries’ Web site at http://www.lib.umd.edu  

RESPONSIBILITIES:  The Head of Preservation oversees an evolving program for preservation of the Libraries’ collections. Responsible for planning, implementation, and administration of conservation/preservation program that encompasses all aspects of material treatments and is concerned with all media and formats (including print, digital, microforms, manuscripts, photographs, realia, and other non-print media). Coordinates and facilitates department activities, facilitates organizational communications, fosters an environment of shared responsibility, and develops and promotes strategic plans and vision. Will assess and redesign the Libraries’ preservation program to meet the expanding needs of the Libraries’ unique special collections in all formats, including digital objects.  Provides leadership through active participation on teams and committees at the production group, division, Libraries, and University level and within the profession.  Works under the direction of the Assistant Director of the Technical Services Division. 

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE: Required: ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library science or equivalent professional degree and experience in the conservation/preservation field. Five years of professional experience in an academic or research library, including two years managing preservation or conservation staff and at least one to three years of progressive experience with digital resources.  Training and experience in conservation/preservation treatment, practices, issues, and trends.   Demonstrated knowledge of life cycle management of digital assets.  Excellent organizational, management, and supervisory skills.  Strong public service orientation.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively and creatively with administrators, faculty, students, and library staff in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment.  Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills.    
Preferred: Demonstrated success in writing grant proposals. 

Position is appointed to Librarian Faculty Ranks as established by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents. Rank at appointment is based on the successful applicant’s experience and relevant credentials. For additional information, consult the following website: http://www.lib.umd.edu/groups/la/APPSC/index.html  

APPLICATIONS: Electronic applications preferred.  For full consideration, send application with position title and number in the subject line. Submit cover letter, resume and names/e-mail addresses of three references by October 10, 2008. Applications accepted until position is filled. Send to lib-hremploy@xxxxxxx  Full job description at: http://www.lib.umd.edu/PASD/hremployment.html  
EEO/AA Employer. 

Bryan L.W. Draper 
Collections Conservator 
University of Maryland Libraries 
McKeldin Library Room B0213 
College Park, MD  20742 
(tel)301-405-9349 (fax)301-314-9971 
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