Voting Systems Analyst I

Reporting directly to the Elections Administrator, responsible for the coding of paper and electronic ballots for the Williamson County Elections department. Prepares, tests, troubleshoots, and coordinates repairs for voting equipment., * Maintains responsibility for the tabulation of paper and electronic ballots and the creation of election results reports

• Processes information requests for tabulation data
• Gathers and proofs election ballot language from various sources
• Performs state mandated tabulation tests and manages testing members
• Prepares and inventories programming media for voting equipment
• Assists divisional supervisors by programming and testing various voting equipment
• Coordinates and supervises annual maintenance of voting equipment
• Manages election setup, paper and electronic ballot creation within appropriate system
• Generates ballot proofs, printed test decks and audio files for entity approval and/or public testing
• Pre-tests paper and electronic ballots, sets up public logic and accuracy tests of electronic voting and tabulation equipment
• Coordinates, recruits, trains, and oversees personnel for required Public Logic & Accuracy testing of the voting equipment
• Provides basic installation and troubleshooting support for voting system hardware, software, and network components
• Assists in creation and use of ballot style tables for manual ballot assignment procedures
• Catalogs and prepares media for voting and tabulation equipment
• Serves as a department IT Department liaison and assist with implementing software, performing routine maintenance, performing inventory control and identifying functionality issues
• Provides various election reports to the Secretary of state for primary and general elections via web portal prescribed by the state
• Provides assistance on Election Day with phone support for election officials: troubleshoot technical issues and participate in election night work activities
• Configures, maintain, and retain backups of all election system programming databases in accordance with local, state and federal laws
• Assists the Operations staff in maintaining proper stock levels and inventory methods
• Communicates frequently via telephone, e-mail, and in person with poll workers and the general public
• Serves as a primary contact for the election Judge’s hotline and assists with complex issues from elections judges and staff
• Cross-trains with office staff in other areas to ensure continuity of departmental operations
• Attends all meetings and trainings, as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to - Elections Administrator
• Direct Reports - No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves prolonged sitting at a workstation, visual examination of documents, reaching, walking, twisting, bending, standing, and occasional lifting/carrying (up to 45 lb.)

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

• Work is primarily indoors in an air-conditioned environment
• Regular travel between work sites as required

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

• Associate degree in Information Technology or related field and four (4) years of experience performing database programming or related IT experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Advanced knowledge of and skill in database and spreadsheet programs
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS Required within thirty (30) days of employment

• Valid driver’s license, * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field
• Extensive experience working with database software
• Prior experience working in Elections and/or public-sector environment
• Registered Election Official (REO) certification within two (2) years of employment
• Certified Election/Registration Administrator (CERA) within five (5) years of employment

Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:

• Criminal background check: Yes
• Motor Vehicle Record check: No
• Drug screening: No
• Physical exam: No
• Psychological exam: No
• Additional: N/A

Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.