Position Title:Library Conservator Job Group:Professional & Scientific Required Minimum Qualifications:Master’s degree Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated ability to perform high quality conservation treatments on general and special collections materials, primarily on books and paper Demonstrated ability to engage in preservation-related outreach through workshops, social media, or teaching Master's degree in conservation, library science, or museum studies Previous experience guiding student workers in a department Experience in the preparation and treatment of materials for digitization projects Job Description: Summary Iowa State University is seeking a Library Conservator. This position reports to the Head of Preservation and participates in an active preservation department established in 1986 that includes a 3,400 sq. ft. well-equipped conservation lab for treating general circulating and Special Collections and University Archives materials. The Library Conservator works directly with Special Collections and University Archives to establish priorities, maintain workflows, and provide recommendations on care and handling.  The Library Conservator assesses condition, makes treatment decisions, and performs conservation treatment of Special Collections items, including those selected for exhibits and digitization. At the collection level, they work directly with Special Collections and University Archives staff, assisting with overall conservation planning, such as performing collection surveys, making housing and storage recommendations, and drafting and implementing collection-level preservation plans. This position takes part in recommending expenditures of the dedicated Preservation supply/equipment budgets and participates in training, education, and outreach, and plays an active role in the disaster response team. They may also provide oversight and training to student workers, interns, and volunteers. This position will also serve on divisional and library committees, teams, and task forces. To this end, the library is committed to supporting all librarians through training and professional development opportunities to foster success and growth in their work. The Library Conservator will be supported in the pursuit of continued learning relevant to their position and encouraged to share their skills with their colleagues at ISU and beyond. This position must be able to demonstrate continued effectiveness in job performance through evidence of increasing knowledge, understanding, and skills in performing the duties of their position; interact effectively with library staff and the university community; work both independently and collaboratively in a team-based environment; communicate complex ideas to a wide range of audiences; and demonstrate a strong commitment to public service and the land-grant mission. This is a one-year term position with the possibility of extension. Level Guidelines• Individual contributor position with developing professional and/or technical skills working under immediate to general supervision• Grasps professional-level knowledge and concepts of field while working in a progressive learning mode• Works on problems and issues of somewhat limited scope• Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data for which answers are available or can be obtained• Responds to inquiries and issues, escalating to manager or higher level workers as appropriate• May lead projects of limited scope and complexity• May provide guidance to students Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship. Appointment Type:Regular with Term Appointment (Fixed Term) Proposed End Date or Length of Term:April 30, 2026 Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period Time Type:Full time Pay Grade:PS807 Application Instructions: To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following:1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Please Note: To receive full consideration, applications should be received by March 2 , 2025 . If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485.Why Choose ISU?Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as:• Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans• Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans• Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa)• Life insurance and long-term disability• Flexible Spending Accounts• Various voluntary benefits and discounts• Employee Assistance Program• Wellbeing program Original Posting Date: February 19, 2025 Posting Close Date: Job Requisition Number:R16443 By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State , we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities. Iowa State University is a welcoming, global, and culturally diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community (https://www.iastate.edu/diversity-and-inclusion/principles-community) . Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work. All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check. Iowa State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, marital status, disability, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against. Inquiries can be directed to the Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, 515 294-7612, email eooffice@iastate.edu . If you have questions about the application process please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485 . Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email employment@iastate.edu or call (515) 294-4800 or Toll-Free: (877) 477-7485 . TTY users are welcome to use the Iowa Relay Service number by dialing 7-1-1 or (800) 735-2942 . General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources (https://www.hr.iastate.edu/careers/compensation) website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.