L&A Equipment Tester - Board of Elections | $26/hr *Prince George*

L&A Tester – Board of Elections
$26/hr
Prince George County, MD
Temporary Election Assignment

The Board of Elections is seeking Logic and Accuracy (L&A) Testers to assist with pre-election testing of voting equipment. This role is responsible for ensuring all voting systems and devices are functioning properly and accurately before being deployed for election use.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform Logic and Accuracy (L&A) testing on ballot scanners, ballot marking devices, and electronic pollbooks
• Follow established testing procedures to verify that voting equipment records and counts ballots accurately
• Assist with setting up and preparing election equipment for testing
• Run test ballots through voting machines to confirm proper vote tabulation and system accuracy
• Review and verify that ballot scanners and ballot marking devices respond correctly to different voting scenarios
• Document test results and report any irregularities or technical issues to election staff
• Assist with basic troubleshooting if equipment does not perform as expected during testing
• Ensure all testing procedures follow Board of Elections security protocols and chain-of-custody guidelines
• Maintain organized records of testing activities and equipment status

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow step-by-step procedures
• Comfortable working with technical equipment and computer-based systems
• Ability to document information accurately and clearly
• Reliable and able to work in a structured, compliance-focused environment
• Prior experience in technical support, quality control, or equipment testing is helpful but not required

What L&A Testing Typically Involves

Logic and Accuracy testing is a critical step before every election. Testers simulate voting scenarios by running test ballots through election equipment to confirm that each vote is recorded and counted correctly. This process ensures the equipment is functioning accurately and that the system reflects the intended ballot selections before it is used by voters.