Educational Specialist (0080940)

Title: Educational Specialist

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Duties and Responsibilities

1. *Works under the direction and supervision of the Preservation Librarian to perform a variety of tasks related to the preservation of librarys materials.

2. *Manages monograph commercial binding and shelf preparation program.

3.*Manages and executes library conservation treatment program for paper-based circulating materials.

4. Under consultation with the preservation librarian provides treatment for non-circulating bound items.

5.*Operates and coordinates the reformatting program following nationally established preservation standards. Communicates and coordinates the workflow with vendors or parties who execute the reformatting process. Manages and performs a series of routine tasks prior and subsequent to the reformatting process including supervising student assistants on the projects. Assists the preservation librarian in planning budgeting and contracting the reformatting projects.

in exploring new and emerging reformatting options and transitioning to new programs and protocols. Examples include but are not limited to exploring and transitioning microfilming newspaper projects to digital in exploring new and emerging reformatting options and transitioning to new programs and protocols. Examples include but are not limited to exploring and transitioning microfilming newspaper projects to digital format.

7.*Creates book and flat-paper supports for library exhibitions.

projects by designing and constructing carriers or cradles and advising on objects condition and their handling throughout the projects.

9. *Maintains supplies and equipment for the book conservation reformatting and shared areas in the department.

10. *Hires trains and supervises student assistants.

11.*Participates as a standing team member for the Library Collection Disaster Team representing the preservation section for disaster preparedness.

12.*Responds to collection emergencies and executes collection care-related special projects. Examples include but are not limited to mold outbreaks water leaks and moving collections.

with library staff to explore and establish preservation initiatives for non-paper based library materials including films tapes and discs.

preservation assessment and surveys.

15.*Participates in conservation and preservation outreach activities for the University of Hawaii at Manoa community and beyond.

16.*Collects statistics produces a monthly activities report and compiles data for departmental annual report in a timely fashion.

related duties as assigned.

*Denotes Essential Functions

Minimum Qualifications

of a baccalaureate degree in the Humanities or Sciences and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience with collection care and/or conservation for bound paper-based materials; or any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education knowledge skills and abilities as indicated.

working knowledge of principles practices and techniques in the field ofpreservation and conservation as demonstrated by broad knowledge of a full range of pertinent standard and evolving concepts principles and methodologies.

working knowledge and understanding of applicable federal and state laws rules regulations and theories and systems.

ability to resolve wide ranging complex problems through the use of creative reasoning and logic to accurately determine the cause of the problems and the resolution of the problems in an effective innovative and timely manner.

ability to interpret and present information and ideas clearly and accurately in writing verbally and by preparation of reports and other materials.

ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external organizations groups team leaders and members and individuals.

ability to use various software applications including word-processing and spreadsheet programs

supervisory work demonstrated ability to lead subordinates manage work priorities and projects and manage employee relations.

Any equivalent combination of education and/or professional work experience which provides the required education knowledge skills and abilities as indicated.

be able to see and discern color.

to work in dirty dusty and/or damp conditions.

exceptional manual dexterity.

12. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn and take new challenges.

13. Demonstrated ability to contribute to a work environment that embraces changes and foster teamwork.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Prior experience working in an academic research library or archives.

To Apply:

Click on the Apply button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application and attach required documents. Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications resume names and contact information (including email addresses) of 3 professional references and official transcripts (copies acceptable; however originals will be required prior to completion of hiring). Incomplete applications will not be considered. All documentation become the property of the school.

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