Library Conservation Technician
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All applications will be accepted from 11/9/2026 to 11/20/2026.
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General Job Description:
This is technical library conservation work at the full performance level in the conservation, preservation and restoration of online digital exhibitions, library books and related printed matter, including special collections, rare books, works of art, documents, and photographs for library use. Employees in this class assess the condition, type, and age of library books and related materials and determine the appropriate conservation technique. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative superior. Light physical effort is required in a laboratory environment with some disagreeable aspects.
The Requirements are as follows:
1. EDUCATION: Completion of a bachelor’s degree program at an accredited college or university with major course work in art, art history, art conservation, materials conservation, historic preservation, museum studies, photography or a related field.
AND
2. EXPERIENCE: Two years of experience in restoration, conservation, preservation, or photography, which includes the digitization or preservation of books, cultural heritage items and/or bookbinding.
NOTE: Completion of a master’s degree program in the above related areas may be substituted for one year of the above experience.
The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Cornell Q. Weaver. You can contact Cornell at cornell.weaver@phila.gov
If you need any assistance, please feel free to contact: hrhelpdesk@phila.gov