Director of the Bindery and Conservation Studio – Charleston Library Society
Position:
- Director of the Bindery and Conservation Studio
Description:
- The Charleston Library Society is looking for an enthusiastic and qualified conservator to oversee and expand their conservation program.
Essential Duties:
- Lead, implement, oversee, and expand the long-term collection preservation and bindery operations at the Charleston Library Society in close collaboration with the Executive Director, Library Staff, and appropriate committees.
- Prioritize the conservation and preservation of the collections.
- Supervise daily activities, the Conservation Assistant, and interns in the Bindery and Conservation Studio.
- Organize outreach programs to the membership and community at large through workshops, tours and presentations.
- Document and perform conservation treatments on bound and unbound paper-based materials from the collection and membership/community at large (on a limited basis) in accordance with the Code of Ethics of the American Institute for the Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works.
- Advise and arrange the outsourcing of conservation treatments that cannot be performed in-house.
- Assist in any other Library activities as needed.
Qualifications:
- A master’s degree in Art Conservation plus 1 year professional experience or a similar level of experience.
- Fine binding experience.
- Ability to work pleasantly and effectively with others in a close and collaborative atmosphere.
- Strong writing and public speaking skills.
Salary and Benefits:
- $40,000 (negotiable in accordance with applicant’s experience)
- Generous paid time off, health care, and retirement package (retirement package available after two years)
- Opportunities for professional development
Applications must be received by May 15, 2016. Please submit current Curriculum Vitae, a cover letter discussing how your experience and interests make you a good fit for the Library Society, and professional references to:
Anne W. Cleveland
Executive Director
Charleston Library Society ∞ 164 King St., Charleston, SC 29401 ∞ acleveland@charlestonlibrarysociety.org