Elections IT Systems Tech

Minimum Qualifications: Completion of 60 semester credits to include 15 semester credits in a computer related field and one year of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of personal computers and related equipment are required; Completion of a vocational or trade school program in the installation, maintenance or repair of personal computers and related equipment and one year of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of personal computers and related equipment are required; or High school diploma or GED and two years of experience in the installation, maintenance or repair of personal computers and related equipment are required. Years of relevant election related experience may substitute for the required education. Description: Elections IT Systems Technician (002413) PAYGRADE: (K) G58

OVERVIEW AND NATURE OF WORK:

This is advanced technical work involving the management, programming, testing, auditing, and tabulation of municipal, county, state, and federal elections. The incumbent exercises independent judgment and applies extensive knowledge of election administration, ballot programming, and computer systems technology. Work involves overseeing all aspects of Post‑Election Audit Processing; designing and programming ballots; operating various election systems; ensuring statutory compliance; and performing complex technical tasks related to election equipment and software. Employees in this class are responsible for developing procedures, conducting quality assurance, supervising temporary staff, managing ballot scanning operations, reconciling audit reports, and maintaining audit documentation. The incumbent also installs, configures, tests, and maintains computer hardware and software for the Post‑Election Audit System and election tabulation systems, including preparing audit stations consisting of terminals, servers, printers, and related components. The role also supports Logic and Accuracy (L&A) Testing for all elections; prepares election media for DS300 optical scanners, DS850 high‑speed scanners, and ExpressVote ADA‑compliant equipment; monitors Election Day transmissions; and ensures accurate reporting of unofficial and official election results in accordance with Florida law. The incumbent reports directly to the Elections Tabulation Manager.

ILLUSTRATIVE TASKS:

Develop, implement, supervise, and quality‑assure all aspects of the Post‑Election Audit Processing Section for Early Voting and Election Day. Participate in post‑election audits, recounts, runoffs, and specialized statutory reviews once systems are certified for that purpose. Program, code, design, and test ballots for local, state, federal, and non‑governmental elections, including DS300, DS850, and ExpressVote formats. Configure, burn, load, test, and secure USB drives and other election media used for scanning and voting devices, ensuring correct precinct and district assignments. Install, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot Post‑Election Audit Systems and election tabulation equipment, including configuration of auditing stations. Perform ballot design, paper ballot creation, ExpressVote layout creation, and audio recording for ADA‑compliant voting equipment using Electionware. Maintain and secure ballot images and records in accordance with applicable retention policies. Provide ongoing support for Logic and Accuracy testing, including preparing spreadsheets, documents, and visual materials used during testing. Monitor Election Night transmissions, tabulate L&A tests, and tabulate unofficial and official election results within mandated timeframes. Support technical troubleshooting and administrative functions for all voting equipment types during Early Voting and Election Day. Prepare, interpret, and analyze reports, audit documentation, data requests, inventory logs, and procedural studies. Track and maintain divisional supplies, ballots, administrative inventories, and documentation used in the Post‑Election Audit and Tabulation sections. Supervise full‑time personnel and up to 20 temporary workers during countywide elections, conduct training sessions, and prepare procedural manuals. Coordinate troubleshooting and system issues with external vendors, track repairs, and maintain records of hardware relocations and maintenance. Perform related administrative and technical duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGES, ABILITIES, AND SKILLS:

Knowledge of ballot design, election testing procedures, tabulation processes, and election results reporting. Knowledge of current Florida election systems, including DS300, DS850, ExpressVote, and Electionware. Considerable knowledge of computer systems technology, hardware installation, networks, and system troubleshooting tools. Ability to interpret and apply federal, state, and local election laws related to ballot programming, tabulation, and post‑election auditing. Ability to start, load, and manage software applications and understand network load impacts. Strong troubleshooting skills for equipment, application, and network issues. Ability to organize, store, and manage ballots, ballot images, and audit documentation in compliance with statutory retention requirements. Ability to supervise, train, and coordinate large teams of temporary workers. Ability to respond professionally to inquiries from the Department Director, managers, and supervisors. Strong analytical, communication, data‑management, and documentation skills. Ability to meet strict statutory deadlines and maintain high productivity levels under time‑sensitive conditions. Recruitment Notes: (On a separate piece of paper) The Office of the Supervisor of Elections provides a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, sick leave, parental leave, bereavement leave, 13 paid holidays, three floating holidays, and one birthday holiday. Employees also receive medical, dental, and life insurance, membership in the Florida Retirement System, and 50% tuition reimbursement. Optional benefits include vision and legal insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, a 457 pre‑tax savings plan, and flexible spending accounts. Please note that résumés and other materials submitted in response to this posting are public records under Chapter 119, Florida Statutes. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of an alcohol and background screening. UPDATED - 05.19.2026