Senior Paper Conservator Position The Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens San Marino, California, USA
Classification: Exempt, Full-Time, 37.5 hours Requisition ID: 1285 The Huntington Library seeks applicants for the Senior Paper Conservator position. Reporting to the Head of Preservation and Conservation, the Senior Paper Conservator is responsible for the physical care, preservation, and conservation treatment of manuscripts, photographs and works of art on paper in the Library and Art Divisions collections. This position Supervises 2 FTE paper conservation staff and works closely with other Library and Art Division staff. Essential Functions * Supervises 2 FTE paper conservation staff. This includes hiring, training, reviewing work for quality, and planning/monitoring workflow. * Works closely with department head and curatorial staff to set treatment priorities for paper materials. * Examines, analyses, and performs both basic and complex conservation treatments for a broad range of paper-based library and fine art materials including printed material, unbound manuscripts, photographs, parchment, and works of art on paper, in accordance with AIC guidelines. Provides full written and photographic documentation of treatments in accordance with AIC guidelines. * Contributes to permanent and rotating exhibits including reviewing materials, making recommendations, and performing treatment. Reviews and prepares materials for incoming and outgoing loans. * Prepares condition assessments, conducts surveys, and provides other written reports as necessary. * Working with other Library and Art Division staff, develops and implements preservation and treatment strategies at the collection level. Participates in departmental activities such as educational programs, emergency response, and environmental control. * Provides leadership, in collaboration with other senior conservation staff, on the general organization, maintenance, and management of conservation laboratory. Researches and recommends laboratory equipment and supplies. * Conducts or assists with workshops, seminars, and other training. Supports Cal-OSHA safety compliance. * Participates in a team oriented environment where collaboration and shared ideas are the norm. Qualifications * Master's degree with an advanced certificate in conservation, or equivalent combination of education and training. * Thorough knowledge of conservation theory and practice, and materials science as it applies to paper-based materials. * Excellence in performing complex conservation treatments on a broad range of paper-based materials as demonstrated through a portfolio. * Excellent communication and organizational skills; demonstrated computer and related technology skills. * Evidence of professional activity, most typically through membership and participation in AIC. Experience * Six years professional experience in the conservation of paper-based materials, working with rare and special collections materials in an institutional setting. * Supervisory experience preferred. * Exhibit experience preferred. Please attach a cover letter and curriculum vitae to your online application. First consideration will be given to applications received by November 16, 2017. For more information, interested and qualified individuals are encouraged to visit: <URL:http://www.huntington.org<http://www.huntington.org/>> Equal Opportunity Employer The Huntington will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Holly Moore Lloyd E. Cotsen Head of Preservation and Conservation Huntington Library, Art Collections, and Botanical Gardens 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, CA 91108 PH: 626.405.2197 FAX: 626.405.3444 [email protected]<mailto:[email protected]> www.huntington.org<http://www.huntington.org> ****** Unsubscribe by sending a message to [email protected] Searchable archives: http://cool.conservation-us.org/byform/mailing-lists/cdl/
