Conservation Technician
Library - Position Application Number: L-0117
Summary of Responsibilities:
This is a part-time position approximately 17 hours per week.
Under the supervision
of the Conservation Librarian/Conservator and the Conservator, the
Conservation Technician performs collection preservation tasks; performs
conservation treatment on books and other library materials; assists in
the preparation, installation, maintenance and dismounting of
exhibitions; and performs other duties as required.
· Book
and paper repairs; pamphlet binding; tipping pages or errata; hinging
pages, plates or foldouts; application of barcodes, labels, and
bookplates; cleaning books and other library materials.
· Construction of protective enclosures such as self-closing wrappers, clamshell boxes, encapsulation, hinging and matting.
· Environmental monitoring and pest management (collecting data, printing graphs, keeping files).
· Stabilization and preparation of books and archival materials for digitization.
· Preparation of materials and maintenance of the lab and exhibition cases.
· Compiling data and preparing statistical reports.
· Assisting with special projects, surveys, and exhibition related tasks.
Requirements:
- BA or equivalent degree.
- Demonstrated manual skills.
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Training and/or experience in the care and handling of books and other library materials.
- Must be able to lift various items in excess of 20 pounds and to work in an environment in which exposure to dust and mold is likely.
- Basic computer and related technology skills are required.
- Prior experience with exhibition and/or interest in preservation as a career preferred.
