Job Description Help for Job Description. Opens a new window. Job Summary We are seeking an IT Technician for a contract opportunity supporting secure election operations in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical support professional who enjoys troubleshooting hardware and software, preparing equipment for operational use, and supporting mission-critical technology in a fast-paced public sector environment. The IT Technician will work closely with operations and technical teams to help ensure systems, devices, and data-related processes are ready, accurate, secure, and reliable throughout the election cycle. This is a great opportunity to contribute to meaningful public service work while gaining valuable experience in a structured, high-visibility operational setting with supportive leadership, teamwork, and clear procedures. Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for election-related hardware, software, systems, and end-user devices.
• Assist with setup, configuration, testing, deployment, relocation, and readiness checks of IT equipment and peripherals.
• Troubleshoot basic technical issues, document resolutions, and escalate concerns to supervisory staff when needed.
• Support data entry, data verification, system setup, and data management activities with a high level of accuracy.
• Follow established procedures for system access, equipment handling, confidentiality, data security, and chain-of-custody requirements.
• Support operations staff with technology-related needs during assigned shifts, including high-volume election cycle periods. Compensation and Benefits
• Pay rate: $22 per hour.
• Job type: Contract/temporary.
• Estimated assignment duration: Approximately 6 months, through mid-November.

• Location:

  Fort Lauderdale, FL.
• Schedule may include extended hours, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required during the election cycle.