Preventive Conservator

The Preventive Conservator plays a pivotal role in shaping the institution's long-term preservation strategy for hidden collections by systematically analyzing backlogs to identify preservation needs and develop comprehensive remediation plans. This position involves conducting large-scale condition assessments, managing survey data, and collaborating with curators and archivists to prioritize and mitigate risks to diverse library and archival materials. The role also includes performing basic stabilization treatments and contributing to broader preventive conservation efforts such as environmental monitoring and pest management.