Computer Technician

Location & Posting

Riverside, California, United States View Map

Posted:
Jan 16, 2026

• Salary: $4,463.33 - $5,428.80 Monthly USD
• Full Time
• Information Technology and Communication Services

The City of Riverside is accepting applications for the position of Computer Technician
* to fill one (1) vacancy in the Neighborhood Services Division of the Library Department. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

* Computer Technician is a working title for this position. The actual job classification is Library Technician. Please  to review the job description.

The Library Technician performs a wide variety of complex, technical, and advanced clerical library support duties relating to circulation, reference, cataloguing, and acquisitions. Incumbents perform a wide variety of duties associated with providing library service to the general public and may be assigned to specialized areas as necessary.

• Participate in and perform typical circulation and reference duties; assists, supports, and engages with customers at a public service desk; problem solve item records and patron accounts.
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and management of the library's integrated library system and auxiliary technology tools; work closely with the analysts and branch management to maintain the integrity of the library's computer and cloud-based systems.
• Assist with service to customers by answering information questions, giving directions and making referrals to professional staff; help patrons in locating materials, reserving materials, securing holds, and basic use of library equipment and computers; answer telephone inquiries and issue new and replacement library cards.
• Explain library policies and regulations and respond to customer infractions according to department policy; collect overdue fines and fees.
• Schedules and coordinates library schedule to ensure coverage and appropriate staffing; monitors events and participates in general technical and clerical tasks surrounding library programming.
• Pack and unpack book bins for delivery between libraries; locate and process customer requested holds; perform miscellaneous problem solving, search for missing items, writing basic memos, processing mail, ordering supplies, mending books, and shelving materials; assist in cataloguing and processing of new materials.
• Participate in the promotion of the library services through public relations, publicity, endorsement of library events, marketing, community awareness drives, fundraising, and other activities; acquires grants and other sources of funding; provides marketing and graphic design work.
• Design, conduct and assist in a variety of instructional classes in the use of library technology and resources for children, teens, and adults; assist in the preparation of reading lists and bibliographies; prepare bulletin board displays.
• Maintain various files and records; prepare reports on circulation, registration, book stock, and collection of fines; compile statistics and data, tally daily cash receipts, and prepare cash reports.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and the ability to work with diverse groups.
• Lead, train, and provide guidance to other Library staff when required.
• Must be able to work irregular schedules including evenings and weekends.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education: Associate degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Library Technology, Computer Science, Social Sciences, Humanities, or Liberal Arts.

Experience: One (1) year of increasingly responsible library clerical or technology assistant experience.

Necessary Special Requirements:

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid appropriate Class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Highly Desired

Qualifications:

• Ability to work irregular schedules including evenings and weekends.
• Experience in a technical capacity performing computer related support activities.
• Experience implementing or assisting with new technology projects.
• Experience deploying and managing computer…