Temporary Elections Technician

Alachua County•Fl, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is technical work in the operations and training facility for the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections Office. An employee assigned to this classification performs a variety of standard technical tasks relating to the configuration, deployment, and maintenance of voting equipment and supplies throughout Alachua County. Work is performed under the direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent; or any equivalent combination of experience and training
Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment
Valid Florida Driver License is required and a Motor Vehicle Record that meets the requirements of Alachua County policy #6-7
Motor Vehicle Records will be reviewed prior to employment
If, in the past 24-month period, the applicants Motor Vehicle Record has more than three (3) moving traffic infractions or three (3) or more at fault motor vehicle accidents (or combination of both and /or a conviction/pending charge for driving under the influence) or is in violation of any standard mandated by Federal or State Law or Regulation, the minimum qualifications are not met for the position
Knowledge of the principles, software and equipment used in modern office clerical procedures
Ability to follow procedures thoroughly and carry out complex instructions
Ability to meet deadlines critical to the function of an election
Ability to collect data using industry standard software
Ability to maintain detailed documentation and express one's self clearly and concisely
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
Ability to learn the methods, procedures, laws and best practices specific to the Supervisor of Elections
Ability to push and/or pull fully loaded hand carts
Ability to load and unload materials from carts and/or vehicles
Ability to accurately and efficiently sort, distribute, and deliver equipment and materials
Ability to safety operate a cargo van, box truck, and hydraulic lift

Responsibilities

Works directly with voting equipment performing configuration, diagnostics, and maintenance following specific step by step instructions
Performs basic repairs
Performs site surveys at each polling place facility
Stocks equipment, supplies, booths, and ballots for each polling place
Transports materials to polling locations throughout Alachua County
Drives a county vehicle to perform required duties
Organizes and maintains Elections Operations Center
Scan documents, complete information of forms, and data entry
Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of election vehicles and keeping each vehicle fueled
Performs related work as required