Electronics Systems Planner — West Palm Beach, FL

SUMMARY

The Pjb5 Ezb4sXyj UADdGB5 is seeking an experienced Electronics Systems Planner to help design, implement, and support the sophisticated audio-visual technology systems that enable court operations throughout Palm Beach County. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on complex and mission-critical electronic systems that directly support courtroom operations, judicial facilities, and public services.

The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader and subject matter expert responsible for planning, evaluating, designing, and implementing a broad range of electronic systems and infrastructure projects. This role requires a highly motivated professional who can balance technical expertise with strong project management and communication skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Responsibilities include:

• Work with County and Court technicians to design, evaluate, and support integrated electronic systems and related infrastructure.

• Plan, coordinate, and provide technical oversight for complex audio/visual systems projects.

• Review technical specifications, and procurement documents.

• Develop functional specifications.

• Conduct technical analyses, studies, and evaluations of existing and proposed systems.

• Prepare reports, presentations, recommendations, and project documentation.

• Monitor system performance and develop data-driven recommendations for improvements and upgrades.

• Serve as a technical consultant on electronic systems projects and initiatives.

Systems and Technologies

The Electronics Systems Planner works with technologies that may include:

• Enterprise courtroom audio systems, including digital signal processors (DSPs), amplifiers, microphones, loudspeakers, and digital recording/storage solutions.

• Q-SYS (QSC) integrated audio, video, and control platforms, including system design, configuration, troubleshooting, and lifecycle management.

• Dante audio-over-IP networking, including routing, signal transport, device configuration, clock synchronization, and network troubleshooting.

• Digital court recording systems

• Video distribution and presentation systems

• Integrated electronic security systems

These systems are vital to the daily operation of court facilities and judicial proceedings.

The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS / KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Audio Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field; and three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the design, implementation, administration, troubleshooting, and support of professional audio, courtroom technology, or integrated audiovisual systems; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Relevant experience and/or education may substitute for the recommended minimum qualifications on a year-for-year basis.

Qualifying experience should include one or more of the following:

• Design, configuration, administration, and support of courtroom or enterprise audio systems.

• Digital courtroom recording systems, including audio capture, signal routing, storage, retrieval, playback and evidentiary recording environments.

• Networked audio systems utilizing Dante or similar audio-over-IP technologies.

• Q-SYS (QSC) or comparable digital signal processing (DSP), control, and audio management platforms.

• Professional sound reinforcement systems, including microphones, amplifiers, loudspeakers, assistive listening systems, and audio mixing technologies.

• Preparation of technical specifications, system designs, and procurement documents for audio and courtroom technology projects.

• Troubleshooting and optimizing complex audio, recording, and integrated audiovisual environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting courtroom recording platforms such as OpenCourt, Courtsmart, FTR, Liberty Court Recorder, or similar judicial recording solutions.

• Experience with Q-SYS Designer, Core processors, networked amplifiers, touch-panel controls, and centralized monitoring/playback.

• Experience configuring and troubleshooting Dante audio networks, including device discovery, audio routing, network segmentation, and Quality of Service (QoS).

• CTS, CTS-D, Dante Certification, Q-SYS Certification, or similar industry-recognized credentials.

• Experience working in courts, government agencies, public safety organizations, or other mission-critical operational environments.

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a professional who possesses:

• Strong knowledge of audio/visual systems technologies, standards, protocols, and industry best practices.

• Experience with audio, video, and digital court recording systems.

• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics, and specifications.

• Experience developing technical requirements and evaluating vendor proposals.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• The ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders, vendors, consultants, and technical teams.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Why Join the Pjb5 Ezb4sXyj UADdGB5?

At the Pjb5 Ezb4sXyj UADdGB5, technology plays a critical role in supporting access to justice, courtroom operations, public safety, and judicial administration. This position offers the opportunity to work on high-impact projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and contribute to innovative technology solutions that serve the citizens of Palm Beach County.

Apply today and help shape the future of court technology.

During the Application Process please upload the following ATTACHMENTS if applicable:

• Proof of education

• Proof of certifications/licenses

NOTICE:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the position is filled. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any of the protected classes.

If you are a person with a disability who needs any accommodation in order to participate in the interviewing process once selected, you are entitled, at no cost to you, to the provision of certain assistance. Please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator, Palm Beach County Courthouse, 205 North Dixie Highway West Palm Beach, Florida 33401; telephone number (••••••••at least 7 days before your scheduled either in-person or telephonic interview; if you are hearing or voice impaired, call “711.”