Restorer (PIDG/AR2)

Job Purpose  
Under the direction of the Bindery Supervisor the incumbent is responsible for the repair, binding and conservation of books, periodicals, and pamphlets.

Key Outputs  
Library collection preserved
Library material conserved
Environmental conditions monitored.
Protective enclosures created
Books labeled
Reports submitted
Data entry completed

Key Responsibilities 
Repairs books, pamphlets and periodicals in consultation with Chief Restorer
Participates and assists in a wide range of preservation/preventive conservation activities including disaster preparedness and recovery, pest management, minor mold remediation, examination and preparation of materials for loan and environmental monitoring
Assists in the provision of care and handling protocol and education to support active use of the collection.
Creates custom protective enclosures such as pamphlet boxes, acid free enclosures and other preventative solutions.
Assists with the maintenance of work areas in the conservation lab
Labels books using stamp press machine
Assists in mounting exhibitions and displays.
Keeps abreast of current practices and developments, technology and research applicable to preservation and conservation
Performs data entry
Prepares monthly reports
Assists in the orientation of new employees
Participates in  library tours
Performs other duties assigned

Performance Standards/Indicators 
Library collection preserved according to agreed standards
Library material conserved according to agreed standards
Library material conserved within specified time
Library material conserved vs. target set
Protective enclosures created according to agreed standards
Books labeled according to agreed standards
Incidence of errors/omissions in the labeling of books
Reports submitted within specified time
Data entry completed within specified time

Qualification and experience  
Four (4) CXCs or equivalent including English Language or
Training in Bindery and/or preservation and conservation work
One (1) year related working experience

Special conditions associated with the job  
Exposure to chemicals when undertaking conservation work.
Exposure to dusty and/or moldy conditions
Required to wear protective gears when working with material
Required to work outside of normal working hours to include weekends

Applications accompanied by detailed resume should be sent by Thursday, February 29, 2024 @ 5 p.m.:
Director, HRM & Administration
National Library of Jamaica
12 East Street, Kingston
Email: nljhrm@nlj.gov.jm

We appreciate all responses, however only shortlisted candidates will be contacted