Electronics Systems Planner

Salary: $81,529.76 - $89,682.74 Annually
Location : Main - 205 N. Dixie Hwy West Palm Beach, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Department: Court Technology Office
Opening Date: 11/09/2026

SUMMARY
The 15th Judicial Circuit 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

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

• Proof of education
• Proof of certifications/licenses

Palm Beach County provides excellent benefits, such as:

• Significant cost sharing on Palm Beach County medical benefits
• Eligibility for a wide range of County benefits, including but not limited to: life insurance, dental care, disability coverage
• Retirement Plan options
• Vacation and Sick Leave accruals
• Court Paid Holidays