Post date: November 12, 2025

The Preservation Technician supports the preservation of the University of Arizona Libraries’ Special Collections through preventative care, light conservation treatments, environmental monitoring, disaster planning and recovery, and preservation and conservation oversight in digitization process workflows. They also advise the Collections Services Department on preservation concerns for all UA Libraries’ general collections. This position reports to the Collections Management Archivist/Unit Lead and is part of the Collections Management Unit.

The Preservation Technician ensures a consistent approach to our preservation activities and contributes to the ongoing development of the Libraries’ preservation program for paper-based materials. They will also supervise student employees and lead staff who support preservation activities.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Salary: $59,404 - $74,254

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