Apologies for cross-postings. The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries seeks an innovative and knowledgeable Conservator. The position is part of the Preservation and Conservation Department and reports directly to the Head, Preservation and Conservation Unit. The Conservator is responsible for evaluating collection materials for treatment in consultation with curators and librarians; assessing document treatments in accordance with AIC Guidelines; managing conservation treatment of library and archival collections; managing the Libraries’ conservation lab; and supervising lab staff. Essential responsibilities include the conservation treatment and housing of special collections materials; designing collections care workflows for circulating materials; hiring, training, and supervising the work of other employees in the conservation lab; participating in emergency preparedness and response; and ensuring that the conservation lab is supplied and equipped to ensure continued access to the Libraries’ collections.
To support all students and faculty and foster excellence in a diverse and global society, the Conservator will be expected to include individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and perspectives in work activities. The search will remain open until July 18, 2017. For a full description of the position and instructions on how to apply, please refer to the George A. Smathers Libraries staff recruitment webpage at http://library.ufl.edu/pers/StaffPositions.html. The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. Address inquiries to Bonnie J. Smith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at: [email protected]. Best, Fletcher Durant Preservation Librarian University of Florida Libraries ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
