Available Positions:
Position: Book and Paper Conservation Technician
Job Number: 072-13
Department: Preservation
Classification: Regular, Full-Time, Hourly, 37.5 hours per week
Working under general supervision, performs basic repairs, housing, and other duties supporting the work of the conservation laboratory. Works closely with conservation and library staffs. Reports to the Head of Conservation.
Essential Functions: Performs basic repairs and other conservation treatments determined appropriate by staff conservators on paper based library and archival materials. Documents work and keeps statistics. Constructs protective housings such as corrugated boxes, drop-spine boxes, 4-flaps, folders and encapsulations. May participate in environmental monitoring and disaster preparedness. May assist with housekeeping, surveys, interns and volunteers. Assists with laboratory maintenance and ordering supplies and equipment. Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications: Excellent eye-hand coordination. Excellent interpersonal skills and willingness to work in a team-oriented environment. Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be in good physical condition in order to stoop, bend, and lift and carry moderate (up to 20 lbs) and occasionally heavy (up to 40 lbs) loads. Preferred: Bachelor’s degree with background in related field such as art, art history, or architecture. 1 year experience working with the conservation of library and/or museum materials.
*Please submit cover letter, application, resume, and three references.
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