[Adopted 2-19-2019 by Ord. No. 2019-02[1]]
[1]
Editor's Note: This ordinance also repealed former Art. IV,
Solid Waste and Recycling Program Coordinator, adopted 5-5-1997 by
Ord. No. 97-13.
There is hereby established the Department of Municipal Services.
There is hereby established the position of "Director of Municipal
Services" whose duties are set forth herein. Compensation for the
position of "Director of Municipal Services" shall be set annually
in the Woolwich Township Salary Ordinance.
A.
The Department of Municipal Services shall encompass administrative
duties in planning and organizing the programs and activities of a
comprehensive public works department, and the Director shall be considered
the Department Head of the Department of Public Works.
B.
The Department of Municipal Services shall receive all applications
for zoning permits, and its Director shall issue or deny permits.
The Director shall examine the working plans of proposed buildings
for compliance with state, county, and local zoning laws, ordinances,
rules, and regulations and conduct field work to ensure compliance
with zoning regulations.
C.
The Department of Municipal Services shall be the Department responsible
to develop, implement and coordinate the trash and recycling program
of the Township, file all necessary related reports with the proper
person or agency, make recommendations as to the potential improvement
of service, work closely with the Certified Financial Officer to develop
the annual solid waste/recycling budget, file monthly reports with
the solid waste/recycling coordinator liaison of the Woolwich Township
Committee, and communicate with residents and haulers to respond to
resident questions and concerns and other related duties as required.
The Director of Municipal Services shall have the following
duties and responsibilities, which shall include related duties necessary
to administer the Department not expressly stated herein:
A.
Act as the overall Department Head of the Department of Public Works.
B.
Assist the Township Administrator in any and all disciplinary actions
of public works employees.
C.
Conduct annual performance evaluation of the Public Works Superintendent.
D.
Execute and plan for the effective utilization of available funds,
personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies.
E.
Prepare the operating and capital budgets in conjunction with the
Public Works Superintendent.
F.
Assist with the preparation of specifications for department bids.
G.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with contracting,
engineering, and state agencies.
H.
Prepare reports for the county interlocal salt shed usage.
I.
Research, evaluate, and plan for the long-term needs of the Public
Works Department.
J.
Develop suitable work programs for the varied functions of the department.
K.
Establish and supervise the maintenance of essential records and
files.
L.
Prepare plans and specifications or assist in same for work performed
by private contractors and follow through on public works projects
undertaken by private contractors to ensure that such work is completed
properly and in compliance with terms of contract.
M.
Communicate to the Township Committee liaison and Township Administrator
the activities and needs of the Department on a monthly basis.
N.
Prepare and file annual state reports.
O.
Plan, coordinate, and develop the recycling program for the efficient
collection and disposal of recyclable material.
P.
Receive requests from residents for special item pickup and respond
to said requests.
Q.
Prepare, oversee and conduct reporting responsibilities to NJ Department
of Environmental Protection regarding the Township's stormwater
management plan and activities.
R.
Monitor, prepare and oversee all municipal services agreements in
conjunction with the Township Administrator.
S.
Receive and review all applications for zoning permits and issue
permits or denials when applicable.
T.
Consult with property owners, developers, professionals, and contractors
on compliance issues.
U.
Conduct field inspections to ensure compliance with zoning regulations,
and property maintenance requirements and initiate appropriate enforcement
actions against violators.
V.
Interact with athletic leagues and the public at large related to
scheduling, field supplies, field usage, pavilion usage, lighting
requests, and tournaments to enforce Township policies.
W.
Ensure compliance of park events with local, state, and federal legislation,
rules, and regulations.
X.
Coordinate with the Public Works Department pertaining to park improvements
and maintenance.
Y.
Administer closing the park due to inclement conditions.
The Director of Municipal Services shall hold and maintain the
following certifications:
A.
Certified Public Works Manager (CPWM) issued by the New Jersey Department
of Community Affairs.
B.
Certified Zoning Official issued by the Center for Government Services.
C.
Certified Recycling Professional issued by the Center for Government
Services.
D.
A candidate for this position must possess at least two of the three
required certifications when hired and must possess all three within
one year from the date of hire.
A.
There is hereby established the position of Public Works Superintendent
whose duties are set forth herein. Compensation for the position of
"Public Works Superintendent" shall be set annually in the Woolwich
Township Salary Ordinance.
B.
Definition. The Public Works Superintendent performs administrative
duties in planning and organizing the programs and activities of a
comprehensive public works department, oversees and supervises Department
of Public Works employees, develops working plans and assigns same
within the department, investigates and responds to complaints, schedules
employees for ice and snow removal while also conducting snow and
ice removal, inspects equipment and oversees maintenance of same,
assists in annual department budgeting, and any other duties that
may be required.
C.
Duties and responsibilities. The job responsibilities for the Public
Works Superintendent shall include, but are not necessarily limited
to the following:
(1)
Execute and plan for the effective utilization of available
funds, personnel, equipment, materials, and supplies.
(2)
Plan and execute maintenance needs within the park system, road
system and municipally owned open space areas, and assign applicable
personnel to those duties.
(3)
Assist the Director of Municipal Services in preparing department
budget and maintain balances each year.
(4)
Assist the director in preparing annual capital improvement
budgets.
(5)
Give assignments and instructions to individuals and groups
and supervise their work.
(6)
Conduct annual public works employee evaluations.
(7)
Communicate any and all personnel issues to the Director of
Municipal Services and make recommendations concerning disciplinary
measures, promotions, and hiring of employees.
(8)
Supervise employees engaged in various job duties within the
Public Works Department.
(9)
Receive after hour phone calls from county dispatch, police
and emergency services and schedule employees as needed to address
immediate needs.
(10)
Implement safety programs as per insurance safety guidelines
and PEOSHA regulations and ensure that proper safety precautions are
taken by employees at all times.
(11)
Operate equipment, perform maintenance, and assist in labor
as needed.
(12)
Schedule employees for snow and ice removal.
(13)
Operate snow and ice removal equipment during storms.
(14)
Obtain, store, safeguard, and supervise use of needed equipment,
materials, and supplies.
(15)
Keep and maintain essential records and files.
(16)
Record pesticide and fertilizer use in the park system.
(17)
Maintain necessary involvement and communication with concession
stand operations.
(18)
Supervise the park ranger position.
D.
Requirements. The Public Works Superintendent shall have at a minimum
three years of supervisory experience in the public works or construction
field. In addition, he/she:
(1)
Shall possess and maintain a current New Jersey driver's
license.
(2)
Shall possess or work towards obtaining a CDL license within
six months.
(3)
Shall obtain and maintain certification as a certified public
works manager (CPWM) issued by the New Jersey Department of Community
Affairs within a reasonable period of time as decided by the Township
Administrator with the approval of Township Committee.
