[SOA] Deadline Approaching: Senior Conservation Assistant

[Ashleigh Ferguson-Schieszer]

REMINDER: DEADLINE APPROACHING

*Senior Conservation Assistant - Conservation Lab*


*Date Posted: 10/29/2018*


The Preservation Lab, a collaboration between the Public Library of
Cincinnati and Hamilton County and the University of Cincinnati, is pleased
to announce the following position.  This position works in a team
environment preserving the collections of the two parent institutions.



The Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County seeks a collaborative,
motivated, and skilled individual to preserve and conserve the cultural
heritage materials, primarily book and paper, of the two cooperating
institutions. The Lab is an open, hybrid lab environment with a staff of
seven, as well as students and volunteers.  Located on the campus of the
University of Cincinnati, the Preservation Lab is a collaborative lab that
is jointly managed, staffed, and funded by both the Public Library of
Cincinnati and Hamilton County (PLCH) and UC Libraries.



*General Description: *Under direct supervision of the conservator, this
position is responsible for performing various book and paper conservation
treatments on library materials from the collections of the Public Library
and University of Cincinnati. These materials include books, manuscripts,
works of art on paper, architectural drawings and other objects.



*Duties*

   - Evaluates general collection materials to determine proper treatment
   based on established conservation standards in consultation with the
   conservator, as appropriate.
   - Executes a variety of intermediate to advanced library conservation
   treatments on the general and medium rare collections, including binding
   repairs, resewing and re-casing of bound volumes.
   - Assists conservator with basic to intermediate conservation treatment
   of special collection materials under direct supervision.
   - Encapsulates flat materials to protect them during use and makes
   custom protective enclosures for library materials.
   - Maintains treatment records and photographic documentation, as
   necessary.
   - Assists in conducting collection assessments, surveys and producing
   reports.
   - Participates in emergency preparedness, responds to collection
   emergencies, and salvages materials
   - Assists in preparation of materials for loan or exhibition.
   - Performs technical functions incidental to conservation and
   preservation-related activities, such as environmental monitoring.
   - May provide guidance of student work and provide instruction.
   - Maintains cleanliness of work area including tools and equipment.
   - Regular and reliable attendance is a requirement of the position.
   - Other assigned duties.


*Qualifications*

   - Demonstrated knowledge of current book and paper conservation and
   bookbinding techniques.
   - Ability to coordinate and execute treatments based on established
   treatment proposals, within deadlines.
   - High level of manual dexterity, and ability to concentrate on
   repetitive treatments.
   - Basic computer skills including word processing and spreadsheets.
   - Excellent organizational and communication skills.
   - Ability to work independently and in a team environment.


*Job Location*

Cincinnati, OH, United States



*Position Type*

Full time



*Education*

Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 2 years experience in the conservation
of library materials or equivalent combination of education and experience.



*Hours*

40 hours per week, including nights and weekends



*Pay Range*

Grade 4:  $14.72 – $ 21.19  per hour



*Deadline*

November 19, 2018 or Until filled



*To Apply:*

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Ashleigh N. Schieszer

Book and Paper Conservator, Lab Manager

Public Library of Cincinnati and Hamilton County

Ph: (513) 556-4289

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