Preservation Program Manager at University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

Preservation Program Manager

This position oversees and conducts all activities pertaining to the physical preservation of material held by ULS Archives & Special Collections, including preparing condition assessments. It selects and conducts conservation treatment and reviews materials selected for digitization. As needed, this position will hire and supervise students employees who will perform general and collection specific tasks. This position will also assist with curating, preparing, and installing exhibitions and coordinate and prepare materials for loans. This individual is responsible for coordinating and leading disaster response and maintaining appropriate documentation and supplies. This position serves as a back-up on the A& SC Reference desk at the Thomas Boulevard location. This individual could also provide support to the Text & context lab, which may entail delivering workshops and presentations and/or limited staffing, as needed.

Job Summary

Leads and directs the design and execution of active programs in relation to the Archives & Special Collections analog collections. Utilizes expertise and employs appropriate conservation treatments, prepares items for digitization, and creates documentation for exhibition purposes. Coordinates preservation education and outreach. Supports curators with aspects of exhibition design.

Essential Functions

Ability to perform intricate treatments which require strong visual acuity, superior hand/eye coordination, and excellent fine motor skills. Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is likely.

Physical Effort

Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods of time; frequently bend, crouch, and stoop; lift a minimum of 30 pounds; and unpack, shelve, and shift large quantities of books with or without reasonable accommodation. Incumbent must be able to push a flat-bed truck or mail room bin containing boxes filled with books or archival material.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular

Job Classification: Staff.Preservation Program Manager

Job Family: Library

Job Sub Family: Archive

Campus: Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Hiring Range: Hiring Range: $17.74 per hour to $22.17 per hour

Relocation_Offered: No

Visa Sponsorship Provided: No

Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances: Not Applicable

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents: Not Applicable

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