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# Election Systems Specialist

- **Company:** Lubbock County
- **Location:** Lubbock, TX, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Salary:** $41,454 - $52,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Software Applications, Spreadsheets, Computer Programming, Databases, Text Processing, Microsoft Office, System Software, Software Library
- **Published:** October 26, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=4a1cf5874e0fa572

## About the Role

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; 1-2 years of technical school or specialized training in software applications. Completion of current Elections systems training within 6 months of date of hire. Current Texas driver's license and current liability insurance required. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Strong computer software and technical expertise; working knowledge of spreadsheets, word processing, and some experience with database reporting software; excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with others; organizational skills and ability to complete assigned tasks within deadlines; prioritize work; and work independently in the absence of specific instructions. Possess the ability to learn and adapt. Retain composure under pressure. Maintain departmental confidentiality.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS: Maintain the ability to frequently stand, walk, kneel, and bend during the shift; Reach, grip and use fine dexterity; Push and pull objects; Flex upper trunk forward at the waist and fully at the knees multiple times a day; Lift and carry up to 30 pounds multiple times a day; Frequently rotate upper trunk to the left or right while sitting or standing; place arms above, at or below shoulder height; Use of vision and depth perception; Talking and hearing ; verbal and written communication. Must possess the mental and physical capacity to effectively perform the essential functions and meet the requirements of the position.

## Description

Provides technical support for the Election's systems. Maintains inventory tracking programs. Maintain security/auditing procedures and the elections software library. Provide Applications/Database support for elections. Assist users with hardware and software problems., * Oversee, prepare, document the creation of each election using elections system software and hardware.

 * Prepare and oversee the programming, testing, documentation, and logic and accuracy procedures for elections system software and hardware.
 * Prepare and test electronic voting equipment; voter qualifying computers and printers; and tabulation equipment in accordance with manufacturer and statutory requirements.
 * Use election system software to prepare ballots, including entry of candidate and propositions according to state regulations.
 * Verify and validate through external means, the accuracy of each ballot style and all district assignments.
 * Train and support staff, including election workers, on the operation of all electronic voting equipment and computers used for qualifying voters.
 * Supervise troubleshooting during elections process.
 * Assist in the multi-media training programs and visual aids for election workers.
 * Provide support, including on-site and telephone support of election systems.
 * Operate Election Night Tabulation reporting software.
 * Generate election system reports for Elections Administrator and others as required.
 * Use software applications, such as Microsoft Office, to create and edit spreadsheets and documents as required.
 * Use and maintain Voter Registration and Election system software programs.
 * Prepare and post all required Notices of Election for posting and canvas reports.
 * Maintain Lubbock County Elections' website, ensuring all required postings and updates are available for the public.
 * Prepare and transmit reports electronically to various government entities.
 * Act as liaison between Elections, vendors and ITS Department regarding election systems.
 * Assist with warehouse duties before, during and after each election, travel to election sites to deliver equipment/or supplies, test and troubleshoot equipment as required.
 * Recommend departmental expenditures for election systems.
 * Cross train with other employees on all elections systems.
 * Public speaking at community events or in educational venues.
 * Other duties as assigned