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Tetra Tech

Data Librarian

Colorado Springs, CO · On-site +1

This position is remote and must be a US citizen due to the projects we work on. Why Tetra Tech: At ... The Data Librarian is responsible for organizing, maintaining, and improving the structure ...

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Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Anchorage, AK · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Washington, DC · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

New York, NY · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Seattle, WA · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Research Librarian

Portland, OR · On-site +1

$105K - $111K/yr

This position offers the flexibility to be fully remote while working within reasonable commuting ... Collaborate with a nation-wide team of librarians to provide comprehensive and sophisticated ...

Minnesota Judicial Branch

Law Librarian

Saint Paul, MN · On-site +1

$31.84 - $49.30/hr

The LLSP librarian provides legal information services by researching and providing resources that respond to requests. Both independent and collaborative work are required. Responsibilities may ...

Minnesota Judicial Branch

Law Librarian

Saint Paul, MN · On-site +1

$31.84 - $49.30/hr

The LLSP librarian provides legal information services by researching and providing resources that respond to requests. Both independent and collaborative work are required. Responsibilities may ...

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How much do remote librarian jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote librarian in the United States is $65,193.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $51,500.00 and $75,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Remote Librarian, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Remote Librarian, you need a solid background in library and information science, often demonstrated by an MLIS degree and experience with digital resource management. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), online databases, and virtual reference tools is essential. Strong communication, self-motivation, and customer service skills are crucial for effectively assisting patrons and collaborating with colleagues in a virtual environment. These skills ensure that information needs are met efficiently and accurately, regardless of physical location.

What is a remote librarian?

A remote librarian is a professional who provides library services and support to users from a distance, typically through online platforms. Their duties may include helping patrons with research, managing digital resources, answering reference questions via chat or email, and offering virtual instruction on information literacy. Remote librarians often work from home or other offsite locations, utilizing technology to connect with library users. This role is increasingly important as more library services move online to accommodate remote access and digital learning.

What is the difference between Remote Librarian vs Remote Archivist?

AspectRemote LibrarianRemote Archivist
CredentialsMLS or MLIS degree, library certificationsArchival certifications, e.g., CA or ARA
Work EnvironmentPublic, academic, or special librariesArchives, museums, historical institutions
Employer & IndustryLibraries, educational institutions, governmentArchives, museums, government agencies
Search & Comparison IntentJob roles, responsibilities, remote opportunitiesArchival work, preservation, digital archives

Remote Librarians and Remote Archivists share similar credentials and often work in information management. While librarians focus on providing access to library resources and assisting users, archivists specialize in preserving and organizing historical records. Both roles can be performed remotely and are in demand across various institutions. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right position aligned with their skills and interests.

What Does a Remote Librarian Do?

Remote librarians manage online resources for a library. Instead of working in the office, remote librarians complete their job duties from home or another location with internet connectivity. Your specific responsibilities as a virtual librarian depend on the area in which you specialize. You can specialize in digital resource management, which involves obtaining electronic books and other resources and making them available to library patrons. A remote librarian can also organize a library catalog or manage a database of information and resources for research. University libraries hire remote archivists to obtain digital documents and resources and select those that have informational or research value for inclusion in an archive.

How does a Remote Librarian typically collaborate with patrons and colleagues despite working offsite?

Remote Librarians rely heavily on digital tools to support both patrons and team members. They often use video conferencing, live chat, email, and library management systems to answer reference questions, conduct research consultations, and participate in staff meetings. Effective communication skills and comfort with technology are essential, as remote librarians must proactively engage with users and colleagues, sometimes across different time zones. Collaboration is fostered through shared digital workspaces and regular virtual check-ins, ensuring that the library's services remain accessible and cohesive.
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Reference and Instruction Librarian

Reference and Instruction Librarian

National University

Remote

$50K - $68K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

Compensation Range:
Annual Salary: $50,790.00 - $68,570.00
Position Summary
With strategic guidance, this position serves as a student-focused, dynamic Reference & Instruction Librarian. The librarian will provide reference and instruction services for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students, including high-level reference assistance to students completing dissertation work. The Librarian will create and maintain synchronous and asynchronous library instruction, assist with collection development, manage subject resources, and provide outreach to the NU community.
Essential Functions:
  • Provides high-quality reference and instructional services to students, alums, faculty, and staff through various channels, including chat, text, phone, email, video conference, and other relevant modalities.
  • Contributes to assessment efforts, which includes data collection and analysis, as well as co-curricular assessment of student learning
  • Develops and maintains library instruction targeted to students through multiple modalities, both synchronous and asynchronous
  • Provides instruction for graduate and undergraduate programs, conducts general instruction for general education courses, workshops, and facilitates webinars and event series as needed, including coverage for other liaisons. Actively participates in Library instruction initiatives.
  • Collaborates with the entire library team to do collection development, assessment, and maintenance
  • Serves as the primary Library contact and information resource for assigned programs. Represents the Library at school committees and meetings, supports faculty initiatives, and provides training for faculty and staff on library initiatives, resources, and services.
  • Provides research support for faculty and staff by designing, advertising, and assessing faculty research support tools and initiatives.
  • Selects and de-selects digital materials in assigned subject areas.
  • Participates in Library and University committees and other operational groups as appropriate. Maintains active membership and involvement in local, state, regional, and/or national professional associations and societies. Stays current on disciplinary research and academic library services and resources through reading, involvement in professional organizations, conference attendance, and research.
  • Participates in library team initiatives such as guide reviews, outreach, tutorials, events, and webinars as directed. Serves as a leader as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A
Requirements:
Education & Experience:
  • Master's degree in Library Sciences, or its equivalent, from an ALA-accredited institution is required
  • 3-5 years or more of professional librarian experience required, or equivalent years of relevant experience.
  • Second master's degree in a field outside of library science as evidence of scholarly training and understanding of disciplinary scholarship, desirable; or an equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
  • Experience providing distance and/or online library services preferred

Competencies/Technical/Functional Skills:
  • Knowledge of academic library subscription databases, systems, and technology, particularly Springshare Suites.
  • Familiarity with library standards, guidelines, and best practices supported by national library organizations, such as ALA, ACRL, ARL, and DOLS.
  • Excellent reference and instruction skills; capable of responding to patrons with patience and professionalism.
  • Ability to think creatively, work independently, and adopt a solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
  • Experience in designing and developing information literacy-based library instruction, including the assessment of skills and learning outcomes.
  • Knowledge of instructional design theories, trends, and technologies, along with experience using synchronous and asynchronous delivery systems for library instruction.
  • Evidence of the ability to employ various strategies to encourage retention and successfully engage diverse student populations with varying learning styles, information-seeking skills, and levels of technological competence.
  • Solid critical thinking skills, attention to detail, initiative, independent judgment, problem-solving, follow-up, and follow-through skills; ability to conduct research on a variety of topics.
  • Strong familiarity with user-facing library technology and interfaces within the adult learner environment, demonstrating a student-centered approach with a diverse student population.

Location: Remote, USA
Travel: Occasional travel possible: may include quarterly college/school meetings, commencement, and conferences, and other student support opportunities.
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Candidate receiving offers will be offered a salary/pay rate commensurate with experience that vary based on a candidate's qualifications, skills, and competencies. Absent exceptional circumstances, candidates will be offered a salary within this range for this position. The minimum salary will be offered based on the minimum exemption threshold based on state of residency. Base pay is one component of National University's total rewards package, as we are dedicated to supporting the needs of the "whole you" with our holistic approach to employee benefits by offering comprehensive well-being benefits for you and your family. For full details about our benefit plan offerings, please visit benefits.nu.edu. For Part-time benefits, please click here.
National University is committed to maintaining a high-quality workforce representative of the populations we serve. National University employs more than 4,500 faculty and staff and serves over 45,000 students. We are united in our mission to meet the global education demands of the 21st Century and are dedicated to creating a supportive academic and work environment that allows students, faculty and staff to develop their interests and talents while experiencing a sense of community. With programs available both online and at our many campus locations, National University is a leader in creating innovative solutions to education and meeting the needs of our student population, including adult learners and working professionals.
National University (NU) is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant per applicable federal, state and local laws. At NU, a mix of highly talented, innovative and creative people come together to make the impact of a lifetime for each of our student learners. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment, education, and admission at National University.

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