Book Conservator

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education and Experience:

 

·         Master’s degree or advanced certificate from a recognized conservation training program with demonstrated understanding of the conservation of rare books in academic libraries or a combination of education and relevant experience.

·         Minimum three years of experience as a book conservator in a research library conservation lab.

Desired Education and Experience:

·         Experience managing conservation projects including organizing workflow, selection and documentation.

·         Experience training interns or other unit staff.

·         Supervision of other staff and interns.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

·         Broad understanding of conservation theory and practice and its application in a research library.

·         Knowledge of binding techniques, history of the book, and structural developments of book materials.

·         Knowledge of the physical and chemical mechanisms of deterioration in library materials.

·         Knowledge of conservation ethics and practices relevant to research library materials.

·         Demonstrated ability developing efficient and sound treatment procedures, including evaluation, assessment, and documentation; determining workflow, production levels, and quality control standards; and ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.

·         Strong organizational skills.

·         Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member.

·         Excellent manual dexterity and critical judgement.

·         Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across a diverse organization.

Other Relevant Knowledge, Skills and Abilities May Include:

·         Knowledge of photo-documentation techniques with digital cameras, imaging and editing software, and other technical equipment.

Physical Requirements:

• Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.
• Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasps lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.
• Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).
• Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.
• Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.

Working Conditions:

• May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

Work Standards:

• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
• Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
• Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law

The expected pay range for this position is $99,395 to $119,658 per annum.   Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package.

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