Conservator- Newberry Library, Chicago, IL
Summary: Reporting to the Director of Conservation Services, the Conservator performs treatments on Newberry Library collection materials, coordinates conservation aspects of special projects and exhibitions, and assists the Director with conservation initiatives and other departmental activities.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Specifies, performs, and documents treatments on Newberry Library collection materials. These non-circulating collections include a broad range of materials, including books, archival documents, maps, manuscripts on paper and parchment, photographs and other materials.
• Works with Assistant Registrar and Exhibition Specialist to coordinate conservation and preparation aspects of special projects and exhibitions.
• Works with the Director and Collections Conservator to plan, schedule, survey and oversee special project and exhibition treatment workflow.
• Participates in preparation of library materials for exhibition and display.
• Monitors statistics for project workflows.
• Assists Director in the overall work of the department including departmental tours and other forms of outreach.
• Assists with disaster preparedness and recovery.
• May participate in library committees.
• Keeps abreast of current developments in conservation, preservation, and related fields.
• Performs other tasks or activities needed for the achievement of departmental goals.
• May assist in training of volunteers and interns.
Email cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to
the Director of Human Resources at hr@newberry.org.
A full job description is available at www.newberry.org.
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