[Adopted 5-15-2001 by Ord. No. 2001-23]
There is hereby established a Water and Sewer
Utility Department within the Township of Stafford for the operation
of water and sewer services and the charging of rates and establishing
rules and regulations governing the providing of water and sewer service
in the Township of Stafford.
As used in this article, unless a different
meaning clearly appears in the context, the following terms shall
have the meanings indicated:
Any building or structure heretofore or hereafter constructed,
designed or used for use or occupancy by persons, be it temporary
or permanent.
[Amended 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
Where used with respect to a building constructed
prior to the date of initial operation of any water pipeline or sanitary
sewer line available to service said building, the 90th day next ensuing
the date of initial operation of such waterline or sanitary sewer
line as part of the water and/or sanitary sewer system to be owned
or operated by the Stafford Water and Sewer Utility Department.
When used with respect to a building constructed
subsequent to the date of such initial operation, the 90th day next
ensuing the date of completion of construction or date or occupancy
of such building, whichever date shall first occur.
Any water pipeline or main designated or used for the distribution
of potable water and located in any public street in the Township.
A.
The owner of any building adjoining any public street in the Township of Stafford in which a water pipeline and/or sanitary sewer line is now or may hereafter be constructed shall connect such building and all water and/or sewer facilities therein to said waterline and/or sanitary sewer line by the connection date, except as provided in Subsection E of this section.
[Amended 6-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-51; 12-6-2005 by Ord. No.
2005-104; 2-15-2011 by Ord. No. 2011-02]
(1)
If the property is at a distance greater than 250
feet from the municipal connection point for water and/or sewer, the
property owner shall be exempt from the mandatory connection subject
to the following provisions:
(a)
All connection fees will be assessed and payable
to the Township in a manner consistent with the current Township policies,
rules, and regulations.
(b)
All surcharges assessed to water and/or sewer
users will be assessed and levied from the time the water and sewer
connection became available.
(c)
All
property owners granted a waiver under this section shall be required
to connect to the water and/or sewer system upon the sale of the subject
property.
(d)
All
property owners granted a waiver under this section shall be required
to connect to the water and/or sewer system in the event that a new
well or septic system is required.
(2)
If a
notice of connection has been sent and the property is in the process
of being transferred within the 90 days required for connection to
the utility systems, the Director will examine each situation on a
case-by-case basis and, at his discretion, may authorize one of the
following actions:
(a)
Require
connection to the utility systems and payment of all connection fees
prior to the transfer of the ownership of the property.
(b)
If
it is impractical to connect to the utility systems prior to the transfer
of the property ownership, require payment of connection fees prior
to the transfer of the properties and require the buyer’s attorney
to provide a notarized certification stating that sufficient funds
(based on a written estimate from a licensed contractor) have been
placed in escrow with the buyer’s attorney to complete the connection
to the utility systems and that the physical connection to the utility
systems will be made within 90 days of the transfer of the property;
the buyer acknowledges that failure to connect will result in the
issuance of a summons; if the connection fees payable to the Township
have increased since the original notice of connection, the buyer
acknowledges that he/she will be responsible for the payment of the
balance due at the time of physical connection to the system.
B.
On lots where there are two buildings, each building
shall be separately connected to the waterline and/or sanitary sewer
line with its own water and/or sewer service line.
[Amended 6-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-51]
C.
All new buildings adjoining any public street in the
Township of Stafford in which a waterline and/or sanitary sewer line
is now or may hereafter be constructed shall be required to connect
to the waterline and/or sanitary sewer line by the connection date
regardless of the distance between the building and the waterline
and/or sanitary sewer line.
[Amended 6-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-51; 12-6-2005 by Ord. No.
2005-104]
D.
Appeals for hardship exemptions may be made, in writing,
to the Stafford Water and Sewer Utility Director and shall be supported
by engineering and/or technical data. After a review of the appeal
request, the Stafford Water and Sewer Utility Director shall render
a decision to grant or deny the request for an exemption.
[Amended 6-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-51]
E.
Any buildings or other structures located on the blocks and lots set forth in Subsection E(4) hereof shall be subject to the following requirements:
(1)
After connection to the waterline, each owner of property
connected thereto may continue to use any private well for nonpotable
water uses such as irrigation, car washing and outside use. The private
well must be sealed only in the case of contamination.
(2)
In the event a water well is contaminated, the following
procedures shall be implemented to seal said well. A notice shall
be addressed to the owners of said property as names of said owners
shall appear on the last tax duplicate of the Township of Stafford;
shall describe the property by lot and block designation as the same
appears on the Tax Map of the Township of Stafford and by the street
address, if a street address exists; and shall state that, by order
of the Stafford Water and Sewer Utility Department, the owner is required
to disconnect and seal any water wells located on his or her property
within 30 days of service of such notice as hereinafter provided,
and said notice shall also describe the penalty which may be imposed
hereunder for failure to comply with said notice and order in accordance
with the terms of this article. Said notice may be served on the owner
personally or by leaving it at his usual place of abode with a member
of his family above the age of 18 years. Said notice may also be served
within or without the limits of the Township of Stafford by mailing
the same by certified mail to the last known post office address of
said owner as the same appears on the last tax duplicate of the Township
of Stafford.
(3)
Upon connection to the waterline and receipt of the notice under § 47-3E(1) and (2), the property owner must discontinue and disconnect any water service from a water well located on his or her property or adjacent thereto. The property owner shall also be required to seal the well. The Township, or its designated agent, shall make the necessary inspections to ensure compliance with the requirement that any water well shall be disconnected and sealed.
[Amended 3-4-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-31]
(5)
All wells which are required to be sealed by the provisions
of this article or as a result of an order by the County Board of
Health or the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection shall
be sealed in compliance with the requirements of the Department of
Environmental Protection, Division of Water Resources, and in accordance
with the standard specifications for sealing abandoned wells which
have been adopted by that agency.
F.
In the event that an owner of property has installed
a new or replacement well prior to the receipt of notice, that individual
may apply to the Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department
for a one-time extension as to his or her connection date. The application
for this extension may be granted for a period of five years from
the date of the installation of the new or replacement well. The application
for extension shall also be supported by documented proof that the
applicant has invested a substantial sum for installing a new or replacement
well. After review of the application for extension, the Director
of the Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department shall
render a decision to grant or deny the request for extension. The
owner of the property shall assume the cost of the connection fee
being charged at the time of connection. In the event that the property
in question is sold prior to the expiration of the five-year extension
period, the connection must be completed and all connection fees must
be paid prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy for the
new owner.
[Amended 10-19-2004 by Ord. No. 82-2004]
G.
The installation of a bypass line around a water meter
shall be strictly prohibited unless prior written approval by the
Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department has been granted.
All permitted bypass lines must meet the design specifications of
the Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department. Under no
circumstances may any type of interconnection occur between any private
well system and the connection to the public water system.
When public water is available, all new habitable
structures or buildings shall be required to supply and install a
meter pit, a water meter and assembly in accordance with the rules
and regulations of the Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Part 2, Rules and Regulations.
A.
Meters required. All water taps made and services
installed must be metered.
B.
No person, other than an employee or agent of the
Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department, shall remove,
replace or, in any manner, interfere or tamper with a meter attached
to a water pipe used or intended to be used to supply water to any
buildings. This applies whether the meter is set within or without
a building. Any plumbing configuration intended to bypass the meter
is prohibited and shall be considered theft of service, as well as
a violation of this section.
C.
Any meters of two inches or greater in size shall be tested by a certified testing firm at five-year intervals beginning with the fifth year from the date of original installation and every five years thereafter. The owner of the property serviced by the meter shall be responsible for the testing of the meter as required herein. The owner shall provide a copy of the results of the meter test to the Superintendent of the Water and Sewer Utility Department. Failure to test the meter as required herein or to provide a copy of the test results shall be deemed a violation of the subsection and subject to the penalties set forth in § 47-13, together with termination of service.
[Added 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
[Amended 3-4-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-31]
Every connection required by this article shall
be made in accordance with the ordinances of the Township, as well
as the rules and regulations of the Stafford Township Water and Sewer
Utility Department and the State Uniform Construction Code. The size
of the waterline connecting the building with the water distribution
line shall be in accordance with the requirements of the Stafford
Township Water and Sewer Utility Department and the State Uniform
Construction Code.
[Amended 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
Upon the availability of any waterline and/or
sanitary sewer line to serve buildings on any property in the Township,
each owner of property affected thereby shall be notified of that
fact by the Stafford Township Water and Sewer Utility Department and
shall be directed in said notice to connect each building on said
property with said waterline and/or sanitary sewer line in accordance
with the terms of this article.
[Amended 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
All notices shall be addressed to the owners
of said property as the names of said owners appear in the last tax
duplicate of the Township of Stafford, shall describe the property
by lot and block designation as the same appears on the Tax Map of
the Township of Stafford and by the street address, if a street address
exists, and shall state that, by order of the Stafford Water and Sewer
Utility Department, the owner is required to connect each building
on said property to the waterline and/or sanitary sewer line, in accordance
with the terms of this article, on or before the connection date with
respect to such building or, if such connection date shall have passed,
within 30 days of service of such notice as hereinafter provided;
and said notice shall also describe the penalty which may be imposed
hereunder for failure to comply with said notice and order in accordance
with the terms of this article. Said notice may be served on the owner
personally or by leaving it at his usual place of abode with a member
of his family above the age of 18 years. Said notice may also be served
within or without the limits of the Township of Stafford by mailing
the same, by certified mail, to the last known post office address
of said owner as the same appears on the last tax duplicate of the
Township of Stafford.
Definitions. Unless a different meaning clearly
appears from the context, the following words shall have the following
meanings:
A formal submission of documents and supporting plans and
other materials submitted to the Department in accordance with its
most recent rules and regulations.
[1]Any building or structure engaged in service, trade, business,
traffic or commerce in general, exclusive of industrial development.
The Stafford Water and Sewer Utility Department.
The person, persons, company or corporation performing site
improvements.
A sewer which is constructed to carry sewage or wastewater,
but not intended to be placed in service until downstream sanitary
sewer facilities are completed at some later date.
Any building or structure engaged in manufacturing or processing
operations.
The property upon whose behalf the site improvements are
to be made.
The Planning Board of the Township of Stafford.
A formal submission of documents and supporting plans and
other materials submitted to the Department for a decision on whether
a connection to the sanitary sewer shall be required, dry lines installed
or a waiver recommended.
A sewer which carries sewage or wastewater.
The existing sanitary sewers and future sanitary sewer extensions,
to sewer the Township of Stafford, as determined by the Department
or as the Department shall determine.
All interceptors, trunks, sanitary sewers, service connections
and pumping stations owned by the Department in public streets or
easements.
The Township of Stafford.
[1]
Editor's Note: See Part 2, Rules and Regulations.
Developers of all residential subdivisions and
all commercial and industrial development shall submit to the Department
for a preapplication determination. The Department shall determine
if the developer shall be required to connect to the sanitary sewer,
which may include extending the sewer system or the installation of
dry sanitary sewers and on-site septic systems, or the Department
may recommend a waiver for such connections or dry sanitary sewer
at this time. If the Department determines that a connection to the
sewer system shall be required or dry sanitary sewers installed, the
developer shall file with the Department such preliminary and final
applications in accordance with the Department's rules and regulations
and construct the required sanitary sewer facilities. If the Department
recommends that the connection to the sewer system or installation
of dry sanitary sewers may be waived, the Mayor and Council shall
adopt a resolution showing the reasons for recommending the waiver
and shall forward a certified copy of the resolution to the developer
and the Planning Board.
All Planning Board approvals shall be conditioned
on approvals by the Water and Sewer Utility Department. The Planning
Board shall not be bound by a recommendation of the Department to
waive requiring the developer to connect to the sewer system or to
install dry sanitary sewers. The Planning Board may accept or reject
said recommendation based upon the facts presented to it.
Continuation of the site improvements may resume
at such time when the Planning Board adopts a resolution waiving the
connection requirements or upon approval by the Department of a final
application and the owner or developer securing all county and state
permits necessary in order to make connection to the sanitary sewer
system or construction of dry sanitary sewers.
No certificate of occupancy shall be issued
to the owner until the owners, who are determined to connect to the
sanitary sewer or construct dry sanitary sewers, complete said sanitary
sewer facilities in accordance with the Department's rules and regulations
and until the Department fully accepts the sanitary sewer facilities
in accordance with the procedures defined in said rules and regulations.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Part 2, Rules and Regulations.
No building permit shall be issued by the Township
until such time as the developer has received the necessary approvals
or waivers from the Department and Planning Board.
A.
Any person violating or failing to comply with any
of the provisions of this article shall, upon conviction thereof,
be punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000, by imprisonment for
a term not to exceed 90 days or by community service of not more than
90 days, or any combination of fine, imprisonment and community service
as determined in the discretion of the Municipal Court Judge. The
continuation of such violation for each successive day shall constitute
a separate offense, and the person or persons allowing or permitting
the continuation of the violation may be punished as provided above
for each separate offense.
B.
The violation of any provision of this article shall
be subject to abatement summarily by a restraining order or injunction
issued by a court of competent jurisdiction.
In addition to the penalties hereinabove provided
if the owner of property in the Township of Stafford shall fail or
refuse to make any connections or installation required by this article
within the time or times herein provided, the Stafford Township Water
and Sewer Utility Department may proceed to make such connection or
installation or cause the same to be made and assess the cost or charges
against such property in accordance with the delinquency provisions
of the rules and regulations of the Stafford Township Water and Sewer
Utility Department.[1]
[1]
Editor's Note: See Part 2, Rules and Regulations.
[Amended 9-18-2001 by Ord. No. 2001-67; 11-20-2001 by Ord. No. 2001-76; 2-5-2002 by Ord. No.
2002-05; 12-17-2002 by Ord. No. 2002-99]
Current rates in effect as of January 1, 2003:
A.
Sewer charges.
[Amended 12-16-2003 by Ord. No. 2003-150; 12-21-2004 by Ord. No. 2004-96; 4-18-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-35; 12-20-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-113; 12-19-2006 by Ord. No. 2006-96; 12-18-2007 by Ord. No. 2007-119; 10-7-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-97; 12-16-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-123; 5-15-2012 by Ord. No. 2012-16; 3-5-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-05; Ord. No. 2016-25]
(1)
Sewer connection fee: $3,113 per unit effective December 5, 2016.
In the case of affordable housing units, the sewer connection fee
shall be $1,556.50.
[Amended 10-9-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-22]
(2)
Residential sewer base rate: $139 per quarter minimum effective December
5, 2016.
(3)
Commercial sewer base rate: Effective December 5, 2016, commercial
sewer base rates will be calculated annually based on the usage totals
for the prior year applied to the following tier system. Effective
December 5, 2016, the commercial base rate calculation will change
annually to reflect any changes in the residential rate.
|
Gallons Used Per Year
|
Base Rate Multiplier
|
|---|---|
|
0 to 55,000
|
1.5 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
55,001 to 110,000
|
2 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
110,001 to 165,000
|
3 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
165,001 to 220,000
|
4 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
220,001 to 275,000
|
5 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
275,001 to 330,000
|
6 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
330,001 to 385,000
|
7 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
385,001 to 444,000
|
8 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
444,001 to 495,000
|
9 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
495,001 to 550,000
|
10 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
550,001 to 600,000
|
10.89 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
600,001 to 699,000
|
12.71 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
699,001 to 799,000
|
14.53 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
799,001 to 899,000
|
16.53 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
899,001 to 1,000,000
|
17.24 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
1,000,001 to 1,500,000
|
27.28 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
1,500,001 to 2,000,000
|
36.37 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
2,000,001 to 2,500,000
|
45.46 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
2,500,001 to 3,000,000
|
54.55 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
3,000,001 to 3,500,000
|
63.64 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
3,500,001 to 4,000,000
|
72.73 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
4,000,001 to 4,500,000
|
81.82 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
4,500,001 to 5,000,000
|
90.91 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
5,000,001 to 5,500,000
|
100 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
5,500,001 to 6,000,000
|
109.09 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
6,000,001 and over
|
123.35 x 2014 residential rate
|
(4)
Commercial customers shall pay an additional $10.50 per 1,000 gallons
for usage over and above 14,000 gallons per quarter effective December
5, 2016. A credit of 15% on the sewer bill shall be granted to car
wash facilities, provided the car wash facility does not direct water
into the Township sewer system for collection and treatment.
B.
Water charges.
[Amended 12-21-2004 by Ord. No. 2004-96; 12-20-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-113; 12-19-2006 by Ord. No. 2006-96; 12-18-2007 by Ord. No. 2007-119; 10-7-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-97; 12-16-2008 by Ord. No. 2008-123; 5-15-2012 by Ord. No. 2012-16; 3-5-2013 by Ord. No. 2013-05; Ord. No. 2016-25]
(1)
Water connection fee: $3,697 per unit effective December 5, 2016.
In the case of affordable housing units, the water connection fee
shall be $1,848.50. All residential units currently occupied or formerly
occupied and under notice to connect to the water system will be given
a ninety-day grace period in which to connect to the system prior
to the imposition of the new connection fee.
[Amended 10-9-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-22]
(2)
Water rate schedule.
(a)
Residential customers: The following rates shall be effective
December 5, 2016:
[1]
Quarterly base rate: $61 per quarter; $244 yearly.
[2]
Quarter usage rate schedule for both residential and commercial
customers (based on gallons used):
|
Gallons Used
|
Rate
(per 1,000 gallons)
|
|---|---|
|
0 to 14,000
|
1.00
|
|
14,001 to 25,000
|
1.80
|
|
25,001 to 50,000
|
3.70
|
|
50,001 to 150,000
|
5.50
|
|
150,001 to 300,000
|
8.10
|
|
Over 300,000
|
9.50
|
(b)
Commercial water base rate.
[1]
Effective December 5, 2016, commercial water base rates will
be calculated annually based on the usage totals for the prior year
water applied to the following tier system. Effective December 5,
2016, the commercial base rate calculation will change annually to
reflect any changes in the residential rate.
|
Gallons Used Per Year
|
Base Rate Multiplier
|
|---|---|
|
0 to 55,000
|
1.5 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
55,001 to 110,000
|
2 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
110,001 to 165,000
|
3 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
165,001 to 220,000
|
4 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
220,001 to 275,000
|
5 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
275,001 to 330,000
|
6 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
330,001 to 385,000
|
7 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
385,001 to 444,000
|
8 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
444,001 to 495,000
|
9 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
495,001 to 550,000
|
10 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
550,001 to 600,000
|
10.89 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
600,001 to 699,000
|
12.71 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
699,001 to 799,000
|
14.53 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
799,001 to 899,000
|
16.53 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
899,001 to 1,000,000
|
17.24 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
1,000,001 to 1,500,000
|
27.28 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
1,500,001 to 2,000,000
|
36.37 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
2,000,001 to 2,500,000
|
45.46 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
2,500,001 to 3,000,000
|
54.55 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
3,000,001 to 3,500,000
|
63.64 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
3,500,001 to 4,000,000
|
72.73 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
4,000,001 to 4,500,000
|
81.82 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
4,500,001 to 5,000,000
|
90.91 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
5,000,001 to 5,500,000
|
100 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
5,500,001 to 6,000,000
|
109.09 x 2014 residential rate
|
|
6,000,001 and over
|
123.35 x 2014 residential rate
|
[2]
Based on the process of evaporation which occurs in the cleaning
cycle, all laundromats will receive a credit of 5% on each bill applied
to the water usage.
(3)
Other charges.
(a)
Water turnoff/turn-on fee: $50 per turn-on or turnoff.
(b)
Water turnoff/turn-on fee after normal hours: $200 per turn-on
or turnoff.
(c)
Location of service: $45 per water or sewer location.
(d)
Return check charge: $20 per returned check, and customer must
then replace the check with cash, money order or certified check.
(e)
Water connection reinspection fee: $50 per reinspection of water
connection.
(f)
Sewer connection reinspection fee: $50 per reinspection of sewer
connection.
(g)
Cut and cap inspection: $50.
(4)
Developer fees.
(a)
Application fee for preliminary approval (sewer): $75.
(b)
Engineering review fee for preliminary approval (sewer): $500.
(c)
Application fee for tentative approval (sewer): $100.
(d)
Engineering review fee for tentative approval (sewer): 1% of
estimated cost of construction, $500 minimum.
(e)
Application fee for final approval (sewer): $100.
(f)
Engineering review fee for final approval (sewer): 2% of estimated
cost of construction, $500 minimum.
(g)
Attorney review fee for final approval (sewer): $350.
(h)
Application fee for preliminary approval (water): $75.
(i)
Engineering review fee for preliminary approval (water): $500.
(j)
Application fee for tentative approval (water): $100.
(k)
Engineering review fee for tentative approval (water): 1% of
estimated cost of construction, $500 minimum.
(l)
Application fee for final approval (water): $100.
(m)
Engineering review fee for final approval (water): 2% of estimated
cost of construction, $500 minimum.
(n)
Attorney review fee for final approval (water): $350.
(5)
Discount on water charges for qualified senior citizens or disabled.
Senior citizen or disabled residents who are directly billed as customers
of the Township water system and who qualify in accordance with the
provisions of N.J.S.A. 40A:31-10.1 shall be entitled to a discount
of 25% of the annual base rate charge upon application to the Department
on forms prescribed by the Director. The discount shall be in the
form of a credit equal to 25% of the annual base rate charge on the
fourth quarter billing statement to qualified senior citizens or disabled
customers who have provided proof of eligibility to the Water and
Sewer Collector on the prescribed application forms. Application forms
must be filled on an annual basis in order to qualify for the discount
and must be filled no later than July 15 of each year.
C.
Billing policies and practices.
(1)
Meter reading is completed on a quarterly basis for
billing purposes.
(2)
Water and sewer utility bills are sent out by the
Department on January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1, on a quarterly
basis for each year.
(3)
Payments are due by the 15th of the month on which
the bill is sent out. Payments which are not received by the 24th
of the month are subject to an interest penalty calculated from the
15th of the month, at 8% interest for amounts up to $1,500, and 18%
for amounts over $1,500. No interest or penalties shall be charged
on delinquent water and sewer utility accounts for governmental entities,
including federal, state and local political subdivision accounts,
including county government accounts, Board of Education accounts
and local government accounts.
[Amended 10-19-2004 by Ord. No. 2005-82]
(4)
Water and sewer charges are billed to the current
property owner only. The Department will not bill tenants.
(5)
Only one meter will be installed per property unless
approved by the Director of the Water and Sewer Utility Department.
(6)
All water and sewer usage during the construction
of new homes shall be billed to the property owner, and no certificate
of occupancy shall be issued unless the Collector for the Water and
Sewer Utility Department issues a certification that all charges have
been paid.
(7)
All meters must meet the standards contained in the
Department’s rules and regulations.
(8)
The Department hereby adopts the following guidelines
for requests for adjustment to water and sewer utility bills:
(a)
Policy. The Stafford Water and Sewer Utility
Department treats and distributes water to its customers and collects
and treats sewage and transports the sewage to the Ocean County Utilities
Authority Treatment Plant. There are costs incurred by the Department
for these processes. Pursuant to state law, the Township is legally
obligated to bill customers for each gallon of water distributed and
for each gallon of sewage that is treated. The New Jersey Department
of Environmental Protection mandates that the Township attempt to
account for each gallon of water and identify each and all sources
of legitimate water loss. In light of the above, the Township has
established the following policy for customers seeking a billing adjustment.
Specifically, the Department, through the Director, will review requests
on a case-by-ease basis. Customers must provide the following information:
[1]
A written explanation of the circumstances pertaining
to the water loss (such as location of break or leak, how you discovered
it, how long water was leaking, etc.)
[2]
The date the loss was discovered.
[3]
Action taken by the customer to correct the
problem.
[4]
Copy of bills paid to plumbers and/or other
contractors to correct the problem.
[5]
All claims must first be submitted to your homeowner’s
insurance carrier for reimbursement. A copy of the determination letter
from your insurance carrier either approving or denying the claim
must be submitted.
[6]
Any claim for damage and/or water loss which
is a direct result of action by the Department or a contractor working
for the Township will be investigated immediately by the Department.
Every attempt will be made to approve legitimate requests of this
type as soon as reasonably possible. The Director is hereby authorized
by the governing body to resolve these situations immediately without
approval from the governing body. The Director shall issue a written
report to the governing body after the adjustment has been made.
[7]
It is extremely unlikely that the Township will
approve the request for any adjustment involving the following:
[a]
Outdoor garden hoses left on.
[b]
Crawl spaces and outdoor shower
areas that are not properly winterized.
[c]
Hot-water heaters that are leaking
due to age.
[d]
Leaking or running commodes, showers
or sinks.
[e]
Leaking or underground sprinkler
systems that are connected to the public water supply.
[8]
Property owners who have submitted a claim for a water adjustment and who have satisfied the requirements of § 47-15C(8)(a)[1] through [5] shall be automatically eligible for a one-time abatement of overage charges. Property owners shall have the right to appeal to the Council for abatement of subsequent overage charges. Any overage charges levied against the property shall be calculated as follows:
[Added 2-15-2011 by Ord. No. 2011-03[1]]
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also provided for the renumbering
of former Subsection C(8)(a)[8] as Subsection C(8)(a)[9].
[9]
In lieu of adjustment, customers may seek to
pay an unusually high bill in installment payments in accordance with
the payment plan approved by the Director and the Collector. All outstanding
charges must be paid within the existing budget year, however. Applicable
interest shall be charged on any unpaid balance.
(9)
Upon written approval, by the Director of the Water
and Sewer Utility Department, payment of water and sewer connection
fees may be paid in installments in accordance with the following
schedule:
[Amended 10-19-2004 by Ord. No. 2004-82; 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
(a)
Five percent, 10% or 25% of the connection fee
shall be paid immediately. The determination of the required down
payment shall be based on income verification information supplied
to the Water and Sewer Utility Director and Water and Sewer Utility
Collector. All applicants requesting a down payment lower than 25%
shall be required to apply for and produce letters of determination
from all federal, state and county agencies offering grant funding
for the purpose of water installation. All property owners requesting
a down payment lower than 25% shall also provide the following information:
[Amended 2-15-2011 by Ord. No. 2011-04]
[1]
Copy of federal tax return for previous three years.
[2]
W-2 for previous three years.
[3]
Any and all documentation that in the opinion of the Director will
support claims of financial obligations that would impair the ability
of the applicant to sustain the assessment. In addition, the Director
may require applicants to submit signed IRS certifications allowing
the Township to independently verify the accuracy of the applicant’s
tax documentation.
[4]
All documentation is strictly for the determination of water and
sewer charges and will not be made available to anyone other than
the individuals specified herein. All documentation is to be returned
to the property owner once a determination is made.
(b)
The unpaid balance shall be paid in 20 quarterly
installments, together with interest at 5%.
(c)
Any payments not received in a timely manner
shall result in the entire unpaid balance, together with interest,
being immediately due and payable.
(10)
An administrative/service fee may be charged
to another governmental entity with which the Township has an intergovernmental
agreement for the purposes of servicing the account. The actual fee
shall be set by resolution.
(11)
Water and sewer connection fees shall be based
on projected water consumption of the property with each equivalent
dwelling unit (EDU) comprising of 55,000 gallons of annual water consumption.
Non-Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified
residential units shall be calculated at one EDU per unit. The calculation
of the connection fees for LEED certified, as designated by the United
States Green Building Council, or accredited equivalent, approved
by Stafford Township, residential units and all nonresidential properties
shall be determined by the Director of the Water and Sewer Utility
Department based upon the application and documentation provided by
the applicant. Application and documentation provided shall include
the projected water consumption data supplied by the applicant's
engineer in preparing the water application for approval by the governing
body, if applicable, the actual water billing records for a property
of like size and character or additional water analysis studies prepared
by a licensed engineer on behalf of the property owner/applicant.
It shall be within the discretion of the Director to request additional
documentation from the applicant as he/she deems appropriate. In all
LEED certified or accredited equivalent, approved by Stafford Township,
and all nonresidential properties, connection fees shall be reviewed
at one-year intervals for a period of two years by the Water and Sewer
Utility Collector in conjunction with the Director, who shall have
the final authority in determining if additional connection fees are
payable by the property owner or if any portion of the connection
fees previously paid by the property owner may be refunded based on
actual water consumption.
[Added 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104; amended 6-4-2012 by Ord. No. 2012-17]
(12)
The Township finds and declares that it is necessary
to increase the overall system capacity by constructing the proposed
production Well No. 11 in Ocean Acres and to improve the water system
distribution hydraulics by constructing the planned Garden State Parkway
directional drill crossing (hereinafter collectively referred to as
"capital improvement") and that the preparation and adoption of a
fair share cost contribution plan in order to provide a mechanism
to assess all future subdivision and site plan development water applications
throughout the high-pressure service area that will directly benefit
from the improvements is reasonable, and in the long-term best interests
of the Township, its ratepayers and the citizens of the Township.
The fair share contribution for each equivalent unit (EU) in the high-pressure
area shall be calculated by dividing the predesign engineer's estimate
for the capital improvement by the total number of EUs. EUs shall
be calculated by dividing the permit peak capacity of proposed Well
No. 11 by the Township's historic yearly average usage per year per
unit of 55,000 gallons. The fair share contribution per EU shall be
adjusted annually for cost variations for future water applications
during the construction period and shall be established by resolution
of the governing body. The high-pressure service area subject to the
fair share contribution is set forth in a map entitled "High Pressure
Service Area" adopted by resolution of the governing body. The fair
share cost contribution shall be made a condition of final approval
for all subdivision and site plan development water applications throughout
the high-pressure service area. The applicant shall be required as
a condition of final approval to execute a developer's agreement as
prepared by the Water and Sewer Utility Department Attorney.
[Added 12-6-2005 by Ord. No. 2005-104]
D.
Water and
sewer capital surcharge.
[Added 9-15-2009 by Ord. No. 2009-46]
(1)
Surcharge Schedule.
[Amended 12-15-2009 by Ord. No. 2009-52]
|
Type of Customer
|
2010 Quarterly Surcharge per Unit
|
2011 Quarterly Surcharge per Unit
| ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Residential customer
|
$34
|
$34
| ||
|
Water and sewer
| ||||
|
Residential customer
|
$17
|
$17
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Residential customer
|
$17
|
$17
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 50,000 gallons
|
$540
|
$540
| ||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 100,000 gallons
|
$864
|
$864
| ||
|
Water and sewer
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 150,000 gallons
|
$972
|
$972
| ||
|
Water and sewer
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 200,000 gallons
|
$1,080
|
$1,080
| ||
|
Water or sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 250,000 gallons
|
$1,350
|
$1,350
| ||
|
Water or sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 50,000 gallons
|
$270
|
$270
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 100,000 gallons
|
$432
|
$432
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 150,000 gallons
|
$486
|
$486
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 200,000 gallons
|
$540
|
$540
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 250,000 gallons
|
$675
|
$675
| ||
|
Water only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 50,000 gallons
|
$270
|
$270
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 100,000 gallons
|
$432
|
$432
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 150,000 gallons
|
$486
|
$486
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 200,000 gallons
|
$540
|
$540
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 250,000 gallons
|
$675
|
$675
| ||
|
Sewer only
| ||||
|
Commercial customer in excess of 50,000 gallons
|
$17
|
$17
| ||
|
Sewer only, apartments and mobile homes
| ||||
|
Commercial customer under 50,000 gallons
| ||||
|
Water and sewer
|
$68
|
$68
| ||
|
Water only
|
$34
|
$34
| ||
|
Sewer only
|
$34
|
$34
| ||
(2)
The water and sewer annual capital surcharge shall become effective
October 1, 2009. The annual surcharge for 2009 shall be a separate
water and sewer utility bill sent out by the Department on October
1, 2009, and shall be paid in full by November 1, 2009. Any 2009 annual
surcharge payment not received by November 10, 2009, shall be subject
to an interest penalty calculated from November 1, 2009, at 8% interest
for amounts up to $1,500 and 18% for amounts over $1,500. No interest
or penalty shall be charged on delinquent water and sewer utility
accounts for governmental entities, including federal, state and local
political subdivision accounts, including county government accounts,
Board of Education accounts and local government accounts.
(3)
Beginning January 1, 2010, the water and sewer capital surcharge will be billed and payable on a quarterly basis, with bills sent out by the Department on January 1, April 1, July 1 and October 1 of each year, and will be collected in the same manner as water and sewer utility bills in accordance with § 47-15C.
[Added 10-9-2018 by Ord.
No. 2018-22]
A.
A credit, applicable to the connection fee to be charged for a reconnection
of a disconnected property that was previously connected to the water
or sewerage system, shall be given, provided that:
B.
The credit required under Subsection A shall be calculated as follows:
(1)
If the reconnection does not require any new physical connection
or does not increase the nature or size of the service or the number
of units, or does not expand the use of the water or sewerage system,
the credit shall be equal in amount to the new connection fee.
(2)
If the reconnection requires a new physical connection, increases
the nature or size of the service or the number of service units,
or expands the use of the water or sewerage system, the credit shall
be equal in amount to any connection fee previously paid for the property,
and the Township shall charge the difference between the credit and
the connection fee for the new use.
(3)
If no connection fee was ever paid for the property, but all service charges due and owing on the property have been paid for at least 20 years, the credit shall be equal in the amount to new connection fee; provided, however, that any charges due and owing pursuant to Subsection B (2) of this subsection shall be paid.
C.
If no connection fee was ever paid for a disconnected property that
is to be reconnected and which was previously connected to the water
or sewerage system for at least 20 years, the Township shall charge,
in addition to amount due and owing after application of a credit
pursuant to this section, a connection fee equal to the lesser of:
(1)
Twenty percent of the service charges that would have been paid
based upon the usage for the last full year that the property was
connected to the water or sewerage system for the period from the
date of the disconnection from the sewerage system to the date of
the new connection; or
(2)
The new connection fee.
D.
A credit shall not be allowed under this section for a property that
has been disconnected from the water or sewerage system for more than
five years.
E.
As used in this section, "disconnected property" means a property
that has been physically disconnected from the water or sewerage system
or a property not physically disconnected but to which service has
been discontinued without payments being made. A disconnected property
shall not include a property that has been temporarily disconnected
from the water or sewerage system or to which service has been discontinued
without payments being made for less than 12 consecutive months and
is being reconnected as it existed, prior to the temporary disconnection
of discontinuance of service.
F.
For a property connected to the water or sewerage system for less
than 20 years, the Township may charge an additional connection fee
for an addition, alteration, or change in use that materially increases
the level of use and imposes a greater demand on the water or sewerage
system, but does not involve a new physical connection of the property
to the sewerage system.
G.
The connection fee authorized by Subsection F of this section shall be equal to the amount by which the increased use and demand on the water or sewerage system exceeds the use and demand that existed prior to such addition, alteration or change in use.
H.
Nothing in this section shall be construed to preclude the Township
from charging a new or additional connection fee for any new or additional
connections of a property to the water or sewerage system, or for
any increase in the size of an existing connection or for any new
construction or additional service units connected to the sewerage
system that materially increases the level of use or demand on the
sewerage system.
I.
As used in this section, "disconnected property" means a property
that has been physically disconnected from the sewerage system or
a property not physically disconnected but to which service has been
discontinued without payments being made. A disconnected property
shall not include a property that has been temporarily disconnected
from the sewerage system or to which service has been discontinued
without payments being made for less than 12 consecutive months and
is being reconnected as it existed, prior to the temporary disconnection
or discontinuance of service.
J.
As used in this section, "materially increases" means any increase
in the number of service units; or any other change which increases
the level of use or demand on the sewerage system by 15% or more over
the highest actual annual use and demand that existed prior to the
ten-year period immediately preceding the addition, alteration or
change in use; provided, however, that if the property has been connected
to the sewerage system for less than 10 years, the average level of
use and demand shall be calculated based on the actual period of connection.
A.
Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment and term of office. Appointed by Mayor
with the advice and consent of the Township Council. Term of office
to be at the pleasure of the governing body.
(2)
Qualifications. The Director shall be chosen on the
basis of his executive and administrative abilities and qualifications
with special regard as to education, training and experience in the
management of public water and sewer utility systems. An undergraduate
degree in public administration/management is required with a master's
degree preferred. Five years' experience in a management capacity
of a public water and sewer system is also a preferred qualification.
(3)
Vacancy. Any vacancy in the position of Director of
Water and Sewer Utility shall be filled by appointment by the Mayor,
with the advice and consent of the Township Council.
(4)
Duties and responsibilities. The Director of Water
and Sewer Utility shall report directly to the Mayor and have the
following duties and responsibilities:
(a)
To supervise and direct all of the operations
and employees of the Township of Stafford's Water and Sewer Utility
on a daily basis.
(b)
To prepare a budget on an annual basis for the
Water and Sewer Utility in cooperation with the Chief Financial Officer
and to submit the budget to the Mayor and Township Council for consideration.
(c)
To keep the Mayor and Township Council informed
of the financial condition of the Water and Sewer Utility and to make
such reports as necessary.
(d)
To receive and reply to inquiries from the general
public and/or Water and Sewer Utility customers and to provide information
and assistance in respect thereto.
(e)
To recommend the nature, location and extent
of the public Water and Sewer Utility System improvements and to coordinate
the execution of same when authorized by the Mayor and Township Council.
(f)
To supervise the disbursement of all water and
sewer utility funds in conjunction with the Chief Financial Officer
and to approve all vouchers and purchase orders before submitting
same to the Township Council for final approval.
(g)
To perform such other duties as may be assigned
to him/her from time to time by the Mayor and/or Township Council.
(5)
Reports to: Mayor.
B.
Chief Financial Officer for the Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment and term of office. The Chief Financial
Officer for Water and Sewer Utility shall be appointed by the Mayor,
with the advice and consent of the Township Council, in accordance
with N.J.S.A. 40A:9-140.8. The term of office for the Chief Financial
Officer for the Water Sewer Utility shall be consistent with his/her
term of office as the Chief Financial Officer for the Township.
(2)
Qualifications. To be appointed to the position of
Chief Financial Officer for the Water and Sewer Utility, an individual
must meet the qualifications established under N.J.S.A. 40A:9-140.8
et. seq., as amended.
(3)
Duties. The Chief Financial Officer for the Water
and Sewer Utility shall have the duties and responsibilities as set
forth in N.J.S.A. 40:69A-129. In addition, the Chief Financial Officer
shall assist the Director of the Water and Sewer Utility in the preparation
of the annual water and sewer utility budget and shall ensure that
the municipality complies with all requirements of the Division of
Local Government Services concerning municipal finances.
(4)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
C.
Purchasing Agent for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment and term of office. The Mayor, with the
advice and consent of the Township Council, shall appoint the Purchasing
Agent for the Water and Sewer Utility. The term of office for the
Purchasing Agent for the Water and Sewer Utility shall be consistent
with and run concurrently with his/her term as the Purchasing Agent
for the Township.
(2)
Qualifications. To be appointed as the Purchasing
Agent for the Water and Sewer Utility a person must have the following
qualifications:
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the duties of the position.
(b)
At least five years of work experience involving
ordering, receiving, checking, verifying and distributing materials,
supplies and equipment.
(c)
Extensive knowledge and experience concerning
the State of New Jersey Local Public Contracts Law found at N.J.S.A.
40A: 11-1 et seq., as amended.
(d)
The ability to perform work expeditiously under
a variety of circumstances. Basic supervisory knowledge and experience.
(e)
The ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors, supervisors,
department heads, employees and the general public.
(f)
Successful completion of the purchasing administration
courses offered by Rutgers University to meet the criteria required
for designation as a qualified purchasing agent pursuant to the Local
Public Contracts Law.
(3)
Duties.
(a)
The Purchasing Agent shall act as contracting
agent for the Water and Sewer Utility and shall have the authority
to prepare public advertisements for bids.
(b)
To receive bids for the purchase of materials,
supplies or labor services on behalf of the Water and Sewer Utility.
(c)
To negotiate and award contracts which do not
exceed the bid limit threshold as contained in the Local Public Contracts
law.
(d)
Formulation, administration and supervision
of a complete municipal purchasing program.
(e)
Perform all necessary purchasing functions and
implementation of an inventory control system, including inventory
distribution and inventory receiving, and implementation and maintenance
of a fixed asset management program.
(f)
In conjunction with the Director, prepare and
mail annual consumer confidence reports as required by state and federal
regulation.
(g)
Perform other assignments as directed by the
Director of the Water and Sewer Utility.
(4)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
D.
Water and Sewer Utility Collector.
(1)
Appointment and term of office. The Mayor, with the
advice and consent of the Township Council, shall appoint the Water
and Sewer Utility Collector. The term of office for the Water and
Sewer Utility Collector shall be consistent with and run concurrently
with his/her term as the Tax Collector for the Township.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
A minimum of five years of management/supervisory
experience in the field of collection of fees, taxes and/or public
funds.
(b)
Successful completion of course work from Rutgers
University for the designation as a certified tax collector.
(c)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(d)
Extensive knowledge and experience with property
tax/water and sewer utility collection regulations and techniques
in New Jersey.
(3)
Duties.
(a)
Supervision, direction and coordination of all
Water and Sewer Utility billing functions, including processing of
meter reading information, preparation of bills, mailing of bills,
receipt of payments and reconciliation of account information as necessary.
(b)
Supervision and direction of all collection
staff.
(c)
Preparation of reports as necessary.
(d)
Submittal of recommendations to the Director
of Water and Sewer Utility concerning changes or improvements in the
collection functions.
(e)
Responding to billing inquiries from ratepayers
and the general public.
(f)
Maintenance of billing records as required by
state statute and regulation.
(g)
Coordination of work activities as necessary
with the Chief Financial Officer and Township Auditor.
(h)
Maintenance of log for extensions granted for
water/sewer hookup.
(i)
Prepare letters for enforcement of water/sewer
hookup.
(j)
Preparation of Ocean County Sewage Authority
Monthly Customer Report and Annual Commercial Consumption Report.
(k)
Perform other assignments as directed by the
Director of the Water and Sewer Utility.
(4)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
E.
Superintendent of Operations for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council shall appoint the Superintendent of Operations
for Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
At least five years of progressively responsible
experience as a superintendent (or equivalent job title) for a water
and sewer utility operation (public or private) of similar type and
size to the Township of Stafford's system.
(b)
A high school diploma or general equivalency
diploma (GED) equivalent.
(c)
At the time of appointment, must hold currently
valid state New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP)
licenses, including a license for water treatment (T-3), water distribution
(W-3) and sewer collection (C-3). Failure to maintain the above-cited
licenses during employment shall constitute immediate grounds for
dismissal.
(d)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(e)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical including drug screening.
(f)
Extensive experience in the field of management
of water and sewer utility operations and employees, preferably in
the State of New Jersey.
(g)
Any other state and/or federal licenses required
for the Township's water and sewer systems.
(h)
The ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors, employees
and the general public.
(i)
The ability to perform work expeditiously under
a variety of circumstances.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Supervision, coordination and direction of all
water and sewer utility operations and employees on a daily basis.
(b)
Preparation of daily work schedules and job
assignments for all operational employees, including approval of leave
requests and forwarding of same to the Director for concurrence.
(c)
Review and approval or denial of overtime by
operational employees.
(d)
Timely filing of all required state and federal
reports for the Water and Sewer Utility operation.
(e)
Supervision, direction and evaluation of all
operational employees, including recommendation of disciplinary action
to the Director.
(f)
Preparation of an annual operating budget request
for submittal to the Director for consideration.
(g)
In conjunction with the Engineer, coordination
of capital projects as necessary.
(h)
Representing the Township Water and Sewer Utility
at meetings as necessary.
(i)
Recommendation of operational changes to the
Director.
(j)
Preparation of an annual inventory of equipment
and supplies for submittal to the Purchasing Agent.
(k)
Other duties as assigned by the Director.
(4)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
F.
Assistant Superintendent of Operations for Water and
Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Assistant Superintendent
of Operations for Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
At least three years of progressively responsible
experience as an operator, chief operator or assistant superintendent
(or equivalent job title) for a water and sewer utility operation
(public or private) of similar type and size to the Township of Stafford's
system.
(b)
At the time of appointment, must hold currently
valid state NJDEP licenses, including a license for water treatment
(T-3) water distribution (W-3) and sewer collection (C-3). Failure
to maintain the above-cited licenses during employment shall constitute
immediate grounds for dismissal.
(c)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(d)
A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
(e)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, drivers license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical including drug screening.
(f)
Extensive experience in the field of operation
of water and sewer utility operations and employees, preferably in
the State of New Jersey.
(g)
Any other state and/or federal licenses required
for the Township's water and sewer systems.
(h)
The ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with vendors, suppliers, contractors, employees
and the general public.
(i)
The ability to perform work expeditiously under
a variety of circumstances.
(j)
The ability to take direction and carry out
job assignments from the Superintendent or the Director.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities. Assisting the Superintendent
in the day-to-day operations of the Water and Sewer Utility, including
the following duties as necessary and/or directed:
(a)
Acting as the Superintendent in his absence.
(b)
Preparation and filing of any and all state/federal
reports as directed.
(c)
Supervision, coordination and direction of all
Water and Sewer Utility operations and employees.
(d)
Preparation of daily work schedules and job
assignments.
(e)
Direct supervision of employees.
(f)
Monitoring of job assignments.
(g)
Performing fieldwork, as needed, on a daily
basis.
(h)
Inspection of all water and sewer facilities
on a daily basis, as necessary.
(i)
Performance of any daily testing or monitoring
analysis, as necessary.
(j)
Completion of daily logs and reports, as necessary.
(k)
Prompt reporting of all problems/deficiencies
to the Superintendent or the Director (in the absence of the Superintendent).
(l)
Repair of equipment and pumps, as necessary.
(m)
Following proper training, operation of equipment.
(n)
Fulfill on call responsibilities as directed
and scheduled on nights, weekends and holidays, as necessary.
(o)
Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent
or the Director.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility.
G.
Licensed Operator for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Licensed Operators for
Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
At least two years of experience as an operator
or laborer for a water and sewer utility operation (public or private)
of similar type and size to the Township of Stafford's system.
(b)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(c)
At the time of appointment as an operator, must
hold currently valid state NJDEP licenses, including licenses at the
following minimum levels: for water treatment (T-1), water distribution
(W-1) and sewer collection (C-1). The Director, at his/her discretion,
may allow an employee up to 18 months from the employee's date of
hire to obtain the required licenses. Once the required licenses have
been obtained, failure to maintain the above-cited licenses during
employment shall constitute immediate grounds for dismissal.
(d)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(e)
Some experience in the field of operation of
water and sewer utility operations and employees, preferably in the
State of New Jersey.
(f)
The ability to perform work expeditiously under
a variety of circumstances.
(g)
The ability to take direction and carry out
job assignments from the Superintendent or the Assistant Superintendent.
(h)
A valid New Jersey driver's license is required.
A valid commercial license (CDL) is preferred.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Daily inspection of all water and sewer facilities.
(b)
Performance of any and all required daily monitoring
tests.
(c)
Completion of all daily logs and reports.
(d)
Prompt reporting of all problems/deficiencies
to the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of
the Superintendent.
(e)
Repair of pumps, motors and other equipment,
as necessary.
(f)
Performance of any and all manual fieldwork
as assigned and that may be necessary, including excavation of ditch
areas, installation of pipe and fittings, installation of meter pits,
valves, etc.
(g)
Following proper training, operation of equipment
such as the sewer jet, compressor, jackhammer hand tools and safety
equipment.
(h)
Fulfill on call responsibilities as directed
and scheduled on nights, weekends and holidays, as necessary.
(i)
Other duties as assigned.
(j)
One operator shall be appointed as the "Chief
Operator." The appointee must hold valid T-2, W-2 and C-2 licenses
at the time of appointment. This designation shall encompass the following
additional duties:
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
H.
Heavy Equipment Operator for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Heavy Equipment Operator
for Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
At least two years of experience in operating
and maintaining one or more types of gasoline- and diesel-powered
construction equipment such as a bulldozer, front-end loader, crane,
backhoe, etc.
(b)
Knowledge of the equipment to be assigned and
the specific limitations in performing a variety of tasks.
(c)
Knowledge of accident preventive procedures
for operating assigned equipment.
(d)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(e)
The ability to perform work independently and
expeditiously under a variety of circumstances.
(f)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(g)
The ability to maintain intense concentration,
alertness and an exceptional degree of visual and physical dexterity
and coordination.
(h)
The ability to take direction and carry out
job assignments from the Superintendent or the Assistant Superintendent.
(i)
A valid State of New Jersey commercial driver's
license (CDL) at the time of appointment. Failure to maintain a CDL
throughout employment shall constitute grounds for immediate dismissal.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Operation of any/all heavy equipment, including
but not limited to a bulldozer, backhoe, grader, loader, sewer jet,
tractor and trailer, trucks, tractors, lawn mowing equipment, vacuum
machine and all other water and sewer equipment necessary for the
proper operation of the Water and Sewer Utility Department.
(b)
Excavation of trenches and manual grading as
necessary and as directed by the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
(c)
Maintenance of equipment as directed in conjunction
with the Mechanic.
(d)
Must be available, as needed, for overtime work
during evenings, weekends and on holidays.
(e)
Other duties as assigned.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
I.
Laborer/Utility Worker for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Laborers/Utility Workers
for the Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(b)
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged
periods of time under varying temperature and climate conditions.
(c)
Ability to understand, retain and carry out
oral and written instructions.
(d)
Ability to follow prescribed procedures.
(e)
All employees must be available for shift work
and/or overtime as necessary, on weekends, evenings and holidays.
(f)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(g)
Valid State of New Jersey driver's license.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Perform varied types of manual and unskilled
labor.
(b)
Job duties may include driving a truck or use
of other equipment in connection with job assignments.
(c)
Load, lift and move supplies, equipment and
various other materials.
(d)
Excavation of trenches and manual grading.
(e)
Cutting grass, trimming hedges and other lawn
and ground maintenance.
(f)
Painting of water or sewer plant areas.
(g)
General maintenance tasks for all properties.
(h)
Assisting Operators and Heavy Equipment Operator
as necessary.
(i)
Other duties as assigned.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
J.
Meter Specialist.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Meter Specialists for the
Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(b)
Ability to perform heavy manual labor for prolonged
periods of time under varying temperature and climate conditions.
(c)
Ability to understand, retain and carry out
oral and written instructions.
(d)
Ability to follow prescribed procedures.
(e)
All employees must be available for shift work
and/or overtime as necessary, on weekends, evenings and holidays.
(f)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(g)
Knowledge and background in the field of water/sewer
meter reading, repair, maintenance and installation, especially with
meters of the same type and model utilized in the Township system.
(h)
Valid State of New Jersey driver's license.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Timely reading of all water meters for billing
purposes, including timely transfer of meter readings to billing personnel
for preparation of bills.
(b)
Repair and/or replacement of water meters or
water meter parts, including MXUs as necessary.
(c)
Respond to customer complaints/inquiries concerning
meter problems and repair/replace meters as necessary.
(d)
Maintain written inventory of meters on hand
and maintenance of repair/replacement log as directed by the Superintendent.
(e)
Perform varied types of manual and unskilled
labor.
(f)
Job duties may include driving a truck or use
or other equipment in connection with job assignments.
(g)
Load, lift and move supplies, equipment and
various other materials.
(h)
Excavation of trenches and manual grading as
necessary.
(i)
The ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with vendors, suppliers, customers and the general
public.
(j)
The ability to perform work expeditiously under
a variety of circumstances.
(k)
Other duties as assigned.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
K.
Mark Out Person for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Mark Out Persons for the
Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(b)
Ability to perform manual labor for prolonged
periods of time under varying temperature and climate conditions.
(c)
Ability to understand, retain and carry out
oral and written instructions.
(d)
Ability to follow prescribed procedures.
(e)
All employees must be available for shift work
and/or overtime as necessary, on weekends, evenings and holidays.
(f)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(g)
Ability to read and understand utility maps
showing locations of water and sewer lines and other facilities.
(h)
Valid State of New Jersey driver's license.
(i)
Some computer knowledge and background is preferred.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Mark out of water and sewer utility line locations
in the field pursuant to requests received under state statute and
regulations.
(b)
Compilation and maintenance of maps and utility
line/connection triangulations as directed.
(c)
Responding to questions from the general public
and contractors concerning mark out locations and procedures.
(d)
Perform varied types of manual and unskilled
labor.
(e)
Job duties may include driving a truck or use
or other equipment in connection with job assignments.
(f)
Load, lift and move supplies, equipment and
various other materials.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
L.
Mechanic for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Mechanic for the Water
and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(b)
Ability to perform manual labor for prolonged
periods of time under varying temperature and climate conditions.
(c)
Ability to understand, retain and carry out
oral and written instructions.
(d)
Ability to follow prescribed procedures.
(e)
All employees must be available for shift work
and/or overtime, as necessary, on weekends, evenings and holidays.
(f)
High school diploma or equivalent.
(g)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(h)
A valid New Jersey commercial driver's license
(CDL) is required for this position. If an appointee does not hold
a CDL license at the time of appointment, he/she must obtain a CDL
license within 18 months of the appointment date.
(i)
Extensive knowledge of varied types of motors
and equipment and proper maintenance techniques and procedures.
(j)
Ability to diagnose and correct mechanical problems
in vehicles and equipment.
(k)
Skill and knowledge in using a variety of automotive
testing equipment.
(l)
Extensive experience in the field of vehicle
maintenance, including experience in maintaining vehicles of similar
type and size as those owned by the Township.
(m)
An ASE certification and any other certifications
deemed necessary by the Township for maintenance and repair of Township
equipment.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Maintenance and repair of Township vehicles
and equipment.
(b)
Respond to requests for service out of the garage
as necessary.
(c)
Preparation of reports and maintenance of repair
logs and files.
(d)
Maintenance of the garage area and facilities,
including the storage of vehicles, cleanliness of the work area and
the maintenance of safety standards, including prevention of fire
hazards.
(e)
Perform other duties as assigned at the direction
of the Superintendent on an as-needed basis.
(4)
Reports to: Superintendent of Operations for Water
and Sewer Utility or Assistant Superintendent in the absence of the
Superintendent.
M.
Clerical positions (covered by AFSCME agreement).
(1)
Principal Water and Sewer Collection/Tax Clerk.
(a)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and
consent of the Township Council, shall appoint the Principal Water
and Sewer Collection/Tax Clerk.
(b)
Qualifications.
[1]
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
[2]
The ability and temperament to work cooperatively
with associates, subordinates, superior officers and with those interested
in or concerned with the work of the office.
[3]
The ability to act courteously and effectively
with the public.
[4]
Any and all certifications required for the
position by virtue of state, local or administrative agency mandate.
[5]
The ability to operate office equipment, including
but not limited to a copier, fax machine, postage machine, calculator
and typewriter.
[6]
Experience with entering data into a computer
and a general working knowledge of computers.
[7]
A high school diploma or the equivalent.
[8]
A valid New Jersey driver's license.
[9]
Two years' experience in clerical work with
a working knowledge of water and sewer utility billing records or
tax records and procedures.
[10]
Experience and knowledge of proper procedure
used in maintaining water and sewer utility billing or tax records.
[11]
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(c)
Duties and responsibilities.
[1]
Receive and process meter reading information.
[2]
Prepare Water and Sewer Utility bills.
[3]
Accept and reconcile utility payments.
[4]
Answer inquiries from the general public/customers
concerning Water and Sewer Utility bills.
[5]
Maintenance of a billing record book for a portion
of the Water and Sewer Utility bills as assigned by the Collector.
[6]
Preparation of collection reports as needed.
[7]
Enter data and account changes in the system.
[8]
Respond to requests from attorneys, closing
agents, search companies and/or property owners for account information.
[9]
Preparation of work orders for completion of
tasks by operational employees.
[10]
Process returned checks, as necessary.
[11]
Maintain log of certificates of occupancy and
reconcile log with Building Inspection/Zoning Departments.
[12]
Preparation of reports and customer notification
letters for delinquent accounts, as needed.
[13]
Preparation of sewage flow reports for submittal
to the Ocean County Utilities Authority.
[14]
General typing and filing.
[15]
Collecting and posting property tax payments.
[16]
Post tax payments to ledger cards on in-house
computer.
[17]
Prepare bank deposits.
[18]
Perform verbal tax searches.
[19]
Process bank code changes.
[20]
Process address changes.
[21]
Process deduction and exempting changes.
[22]
Assist in the preparation and mailing of tax
bills.
[23]
Prepare or process routine correspondences.
[24]
Perform various research (tax certifications,
etc.)
[25]
Operate in-house computer for file/records of
Township property taxes.
[27]
Calculate redemption on tax title liens.
[28]
Prepare and follow through adjustments made
by virtue of resolution.
[29]
Performs assignments as assigned at the discretion
of the employee's supervisor on an as-needed basis.
(d)
Reports to: Water and Sewer Utility Collector.
(2)
Tax/water and sewer collection - clerk typist.
[Added 3-27-2018 by Ord.
No. 2018-07]
(a)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Township
Council, shall appoint the Tax/Water and Sewer Collection - Clerk
Typist.
(b)
Qualifications:
[1]
The ability to read, write, speak and understand the English
language sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the position.
[2]
The ability and temperament to work cooperatively with associates,
subordinates, superior officers, and with those interested in or concerned
with the work of the office.
[3]
The ability to act courteously and effectively with the public.
[4]
Any and all certifications required for the position by virtue
of state, local or administrative agency mandate.
[5]
The ability to operate office equipment, including but not limited
to a copier, fax machine, postage machine, calculator and typewriter.
[6]
Experience with entering data into a computer and a general
working knowledge of computers.
[7]
A high school diploma or the equivalent.
[8]
A valid New Jersey driver's license.
[9]
Two years' experience in clerical work with a working knowledge
of water and sewer utility billing records or tax records and procedures.
[10]
Experience and knowledge of proper procedure used in maintaining
water and sewer utility billing or tax records.
[11]
Successful completion of a background check including credit
check, criminal history check, driver's license check, and post
offer/pre-employment physical including drug screening.
(c)
Duties and responsibilities:
[1]
Receive and process meter reading information.
[2]
Prepare water and sewer utility bills.
[3]
Accept and reconcile utility payments.
[4]
Answer inquiries from the general public/customers concerning
water and sewer utility bills.
[5]
Maintenance of a billing record book for a portion of the water
and sewer utility bills as assigned by the Collector.
[6]
Preparation of collection reports as needed.
[7]
Enter data and account changes in the system.
[8]
Respond to requests from attorneys, closing agents, search companies,
and/or property owners for account information.
[9]
Preparation of work orders for completion of tasks by operational
employees.
[10]
Process returned checks as necessary.
[11]
Maintain log of certificates of occupancy and reconcile log
with Building Inspection/Zoning Departments.
[12]
Preparation of reports and customer notification letters for
delinquent accounts as needed.
[13]
Preparation of sewage flow reports for submittal to the Ocean
County Utilities Authority.
[14]
General typing and filing.
[15]
Collecting and posting property tax payments.
[16]
Post tax payments to ledger cards on in-house computer.
[17]
Prepare bank deposits.
[18]
Perform verbal tax searches.
[19]
Process bank code changes.
[20]
Process address changes.
[21]
Process deduction and exempting changes.
[22]
Assist in the preparation and mailing of tax bills.
[23]
Prepare or process routine correspondences.
[24]
Perform various research (tax certifications, etc.).
[25]
Operate in-house computer for file/records of Township property
taxes.
[26]
Maintain cashbook (daily and monthly records of all receipts
received by Tax Collector's Office). Maintain the accounts as
follows:
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Prior year taxes
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Current year taxes
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Prepare year taxes
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Interest
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Liens
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Trust
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[27]
Calculate redemption on tax title liens.
[28]
Prepare and follows through adjustments made by virtue of resolution.
[29]
Perform assignments as assigned at the discretion of the employee's
supervisor on an as-needed basis.
(d)
Reports to: Water and Sewer Utility Collector.
N.
Senior Clerk Bookkeeper for Water and Sewer Utility.
(1)
Appointment. The Mayor, with the advice and consent
of the Township Council, shall appoint the Senior Clerk Bookkeeper
for the Water and Sewer Utility.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
The ability to read, write, speak and understand
the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions
of the position.
(b)
The ability and temperament to work cooperatively
with associates, subordinates, superior officers and with those interested
in or concerned with the work of the office.
(c)
The ability to act courteously and effectively
with the public.
(d)
Any and all certifications required for the
position by virtue of state, local or administrative agency mandate.
(e)
The ability to operate office equipment, including
but not limited to a copier, fax machine, postage machine, calculator
and typewriter.
(f)
The ability to make financial entries accurately
and to check financial records prepared by others for accuracy, completeness
and propriety.
(g)
The ability to type 40 to 50 words per minute.
(h)
The ability to operate standard office equipment.
(i)
Working knowledge of bookkeeping and mathematics
that pertain to this position and thorough knowledge of payroll and
related procedures.
(j)
The ability to compile materials for use in
reports and summaries.
(k)
The ability to maintain records and files.
(l)
Extensive experience in computer operations
and data entry.
(m)
A high school diploma or the equivalent with
two years' business experience or two years of college education.
(n)
Any certifications deemed necessary by virtue
of state, local or administrative mandate.
(o)
Comprehensive demonstrated knowledge of bookkeeping
and basic municipal accounting practices and procedures.
(p)
Extensive knowledge of accounting principals
pertaining to a public water and sewer utility.
(q)
A valid New Jersey driver's license.
(r)
At least three years' experience as a bookkeeper
for a public employer. (Work experience with a utility system preferred.)
(s)
Successful completion of a background check,
including credit check, criminal history check, driver's license check
and postoffer/preemployment physical, including drug screening.
(3)
Duties and responsibilities.
(a)
Assist in the preparation of all correspondence
and reports generated through the Treasurer's office.
(b)
Assist in the processing of purchase orders
in accordance with established procedure policy and state law.
(c)
Assist in the processing of invoices for payment
in accordance with policy procedure and state law.
(d)
Prepare resolutions for monthly meetings for
payment of vouchers and investments.
(e)
Run and verify checks.
(f)
Assist in mailing all payments to vendors.
(g)
Reconcile bank statements as assigned by the
Chief Financial Officer.
(h)
Provide backup secretarial service necessary
for the smooth operation of the Finance Office.
(i)
Assist in the preparation of the annual budget.
(j)
Assist in the maintenance of accurate financial
records.
(k)
Prepare payroll checks as directed by the Chief
Financial Officer.
(l)
All other tasks as assigned by the Chief Financial
Officer or Director.
(4)
Reports To: Chief Financial Officer for Water and
Sewer Utility.
O.
Administrative Secretary.
[Added 6-12-2001 by Ord. No. 2001-39]
(1)
Appointment and term of office. Appointed by Mayor,
with the advice and consent of the Township Council. Term of office
shall be concurrent with the term as Township Clerk.
(2)
Qualifications. The Administrative Secretary shall
be chosen on the basis of her administrative abilities and qualifications
with special regard as to education, training and experience. Five
years' experience in a similar capacity is required.
(3)
Vacancy. Any vacancy in the position of Administrative
Secretary of Water and Sewer Utility shall be filled by appointment
by the Mayor, with the advice and consent of the Township Council.
(4)
Duties and responsibilities. The Administrative Secretary
of the Water and Sewer Utility shall report directly to the Director
and have the following duties and responsibilities:
(a)
Preparation of agenda items related to Water
and Sewer Utility matters for consideration by the governing body
at regular and special meetings.
(b)
Recording of meetings and preparation of the
official minutes of meetings for approval by the governing body.
(c)
Administer and record oaths of office, as necessary.
(d)
Receipt and distribution of all mail and correspondence
to the appropriate personnel for the Water and Sewer Utility.
(e)
Maintenance of all Water and Sewer Utility official
records, including but not limited to minutes, ordinances, resolutions,
personnel records, correspondence, maps, maintenance and performance
bonds, insurance certificates, contracts, directives and other documents.
(f)
Dissemination of information to the public,
as necessary, concerning water and sewer utility issues.
(5)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
P.
Computer Network Administrator.
[Added 6-12-2001 by Ord. No. 2001-39]
(1)
Appointment and term of office. Appointed by Mayor,
with the advice and consent of the governing body.
(2)
Qualifications.
(a)
Undergraduate degree in computer science or
a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning.
(b)
Must have CNE (computer network engineer) or
CNA (computer network administrator) certification.
(c)
At least years of work experience as a network
administrator or in a similar position, including three years of experience
in diagnosing and correcting computer hardware and software problems.
(d)
Must be Novell certified and must have extensive
experience with Novell network systems.
(e)
Ability to communicate effectively in verbal
and written form and to interact effectively on a daily basis in a
work setting with employees and vendors (software and hardware.)
(f)
Experience with Microsoft software (i.e., Microsoft
Office, Mail, Windows).
(g)
Familiarity with public sector software programs
in New Jersey is also desirable.
(h)
Ability to prepare reports in a timely manner.
(i)
Experience with AT&T telecommunications
systems.
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NOTE: Work experience may be substituted for
an undergraduate degree if the actual work experience requirements
of the job as stated above are not.
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(3)
Duties:
(a)
Design and administration of changes, alterations
and enhancements to the Utility Department's local access network
(LAN), which includes integration into the Township system.
(b)
Determination of the need and formulation of
specifications for purchase/lease of computer hardware or software
for use by the Water and Sewer Utility Department. This will entail
a review of the equipment and software available in the private sector
and/or under state contract with the Department's Purchasing Agent.
(c)
Identification and correction of computer software
and hardware problems for any and all Department-owned computer equipment.
(d)
Review of equipment and written recommendations
to the administration prior to the purchase of any computer hardware
or software by the Department and annual written recommendations,
to the Director, of equipment and software necessary to address the
Utility Department's computer needs.
(e)
Design and daily administration of the Department's
telephone system, including cellular phones.
(f)
Design and administration of the Utility Department's
web page on the Internet.
(g)
Other related duties as assigned by the Director.
(4)
Reports to: Director of Water and Sewer Utility.
