Remote Reader Advisor Librarian – Accessible Books & Youth

State of Arizona; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation with holidays

Health and dental insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Optional employee benefits

Job summary

The Arizona Talking Book Library (ATBL) is seeking a Reader Advisor Librarian (Librarian II) to support patrons with accessible formats and services. This role primarily assists by phone, email, and walk-ins, helping 18+ and youth with account setup, requests, and recommendations.

Reporting to ATBL leadership, the Librarian II collaborates with national networks for blind and print-disabled readers, and participates in outreach, programming, and certification of applications as needed.

Qualifications

• MA in Library Science or related degree is required or substituted with equivalent experience.
• Experience serving Talking Book Library patrons preferred.
• Knowledge of WCAG accessibility guidelines is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide reader advisory services for statewide program and customize patron accounts.
• Onboard new patrons and assist with applications and eligibility.
• Engage in outreach events and coordinate with educators and libraries.
• Prepare accessible programs and maintain web content accessibility.
• Assist with youth services and manage school accounts.

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Reference interviewing

Online research

Organization

Education

MA in Library Science or related degree

Tools

KLAS System

Word

Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

The Arizona Talking Book Library (ATBL) is seeking a Reader Advisor Librarian (Librarian II) to support patrons with accessible formats and services. This role primarily assists by phone, email, and walk-ins, helping 18+ and youth with account setup, requests, and recommendations.

Reporting to ATBL leadership, the Librarian II collaborates with national networks for blind and print-disabled readers, and participates in outreach, programming, and certification of applications as needed.