Academic library jobs provide administrative support and customer service to students at a college or university. In this role, you may advise students on where to research particular topics, help patrons choose study books, or assist students with accessing resources on the internet. Academic library jobs are usually faculty positions and involve staying up-to-date with new sources of information and book releases. Some roles may require additional training or expertise beyond those of a standard library to handle a university library’s old or rare books, as well as resources stored on unusual mediums like tapes. This position is often advertised under different titles, such as campus librarian or university librarian. Academic libraries typically differ from public school libraries, which tend to have fewer resources and do not usually contain rare items.

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Top Types Of Academic Library Jobs

List of the top 10 highest paying Academic Library positions in 2026, with salary ranges, according to ZipRecruiter.

School Librarian
Salary range: $47,000 - $64,500
School Librarian is a more unusual job search query but still may give you interesting job results. Most salaries for School Librarian jobs pay between $47,000 (25th percentile) and $64,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for School Librarian job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Cal Poly Library
Salary range: $31,500 - $44,000
Cal Poly Library is a typical job search query Most salaries for Cal Poly Library jobs pay between $31,500 (25th percentile) and $44,000 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Cal Poly Library job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Remote Library
Salary range: $57,000 - $85,500
Remote Library is a popular job search query. Most salaries for Remote Library jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $85,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for Remote Library job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Master Of Library Science
Salary range: $57,000 - $85,500
Master Of Library Science is a typical job search query Most salaries for Master Of Library Science jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $85,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Master Of Library Science job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Sjsu Library
Salary range: $57,000 - $85,500
Sjsu Library is a typical job search query Most salaries for Sjsu Library jobs pay between $57,000 (25th percentile) and $85,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Sjsu Library job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Part Time Librarian
Salary range: $49,500 - $72,500
Part Time Librarian is a common job search query. Most salaries for Part Time Librarian jobs pay between $49,500 (25th percentile) and $72,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Part Time Librarian job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
Summer Librarian
Salary range: $49,500 - $72,500
Summer Librarian is a common job search query. Most salaries for Summer Librarian jobs pay between $49,500 (25th percentile) and $72,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Summer Librarian job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.
No Experience Library
Salary range: $24,500 - $36,500
No Experience Library is a typical job search query Most salaries for No Experience Library jobs pay between $24,500 (25th percentile) and $36,500 (75th percentile) annually. Take a look at the variety of open positions nationwide for No Experience Library job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter.
Outreach Librarian
Salary range: $46,000 - $70,500
An outreach librarian delivers library services to people unable to access normal library facilities. You develop an outreach program and implement activities and policies that make the library available to everyone in your community. You promote and administer outreach efforts, and train, supervise and coordinate staff members and volunteers to achieve effective community outreach. Additional responsibilities include choosing books and materials for outreach based on community needs and demand, scheduling the use of vehicles, managing budgets, and collecting feedback data to ensure continued success. You also maintain records and prepare reports as needed.
Vermont Library
Salary range: $24,500 - $36,500
Vermont Library is a common job search query. Most salaries for Vermont Library jobs pay between $24,500 (25th percentile) and $36,500 (75th percentile) annually. Currently, there are not many open positions nationwide for Vermont Library job searches hiring now on ZipRecruiter. You can take a look at what is available and find similar job searches in this list.

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