[Ord. No. 12-10-02, 12/10/2002, Art. 1]
TOWNSHIP MANAGER
An employee who is responsible for directing the day-to-day
conduct of Township business and for carrying out the policies of
the Board of Supervisors. The employee is responsible for maintaining
Township financial records, preparing financial reports, paying financial
obligations, and keeping Supervisors informed of the Township's
financial condition. Work involves contact with citizens to see that
their problems and concerns are dealt with or brought to the attention
of other officials. This employee will assign and direct the work
of other Township employees in providing these services. Work is reviewed
by the Supervisors through periodic written and oral reports and by
audit of financial records.
[Ord. No. 12-10-02, 12/10/2002, Art. 2]
A Township Manager (hereinafter referred to as "Manager") may
be appointed for an indefinite term by a majority of all the members
of the Board of Supervisors (hereinafter referred to as "Board").
The Manager shall serve at the pleasure of the Board and may be removed
at any time by a majority vote of the Board. At least 30 days before
any removal becomes effective, the Board shall furnish the Manager
with a written statement setting forth its intention of removal.
[Ord. No. 12-10-02, 12/10/2002, Art. 3]
1. The powers and duties of a Manager shall include, but not be limited
to, the following:
A. Direct the provision of Township services such as road maintenance,
utilities, recreation facilities, and land use controls.
B. Direct and supervise the work of other Township employees.
C. Hire, suspend, and discharge employees subject to approval of Supervisors
and in accordance with applicable laws.
D. Assist citizens by informing them of Township rules and laws, explaining
procedures, hearing complaints, and either resolving them or referring
them to the responsible official.
E. Compile agenda for Supervisors meetings and attend meetings to provide
advice and information.
F. Conduct research on other municipal programs, ordinances, fee structures,
etc., for use by Supervisors in making decisions.
G. Receive revenue from tax collections, permit fees, fines, and utility
payments. Direct the recording and deposit of funds in proper accounts,
and manage investment of unused funds to the Township's best
advantage.
H. Monitor and manage the operation of various state or federal grant
projects or programs by explaining program operations to participants,
expending funds in accordance with the grant contract, and maintaining
records of project status and disposition of funds.
I. Purchase equipment and services assuring that major purchases are
advertised, bid upon, and awarded in accordance with law.
J. Pay bills and other obligations upon approval of Supervisors, scheduling
payments to the Township's advantage by observing due dates,
discount periods, and maturity dates of invested funds.
K. Perform technical review of subdivision plans and land development
plans. Make appropriate recommendations to Township Planning Commission
and Zoning Hearing Board. Take necessary action to carry out Commission
and Board decisions.
L. Meet with employees and employee representatives to resolve grievances
and to negotiate terms of collective bargaining agreements.
M. Search out and apply for other sources of funds such as grants, loans,
credits, discounts, etc., when appropriate.
N. Develop and implement administrative and operating procedures to
meet Township needs and carry out approved policies.
O. Schedule personnel, solicitor, stenographer, witnesses, speakers,
etc., as needed, for attendance at all Township Boards and Committees.
P. Prepare advertising and notifications for all Township Boards and
Committees.
Q. Prepare the annual budget for review by Supervisors by summarizing
past expenditures, estimating costs of future needs, computing expected
revenues and organizing data into required reporting format.
R. Maintain payroll and benefit records for all Township employees.
S. Periodically reconcile checking accounts, balance bookkeeping records,
and assure the necessary vouchers, receipts, etc., are properly recorded
and filed for audit purposes.
T. Prepare fiscal reports for Supervisors periodically and upon request.
U. Monitor insurance coverage to insure that policies are renewed, new
equipment covered, risks are minimized, and best rates are obtained.
V. Prepare various reports required by state and federal government
and by insurance carriers.
W. Maintain other records in accordance with a retention schedule of
items such as advertising, bids, contracts, road repairs, official
actions, and incidents.
X. Develop and administer Township personnel policies, procedures, and
programs.
Y. Originate and maintain contacts with federal, state and county agencies,
and other organizations with whom the Township conducts business.
Z. Serve as contact with current and potential Township business people
and land developers to maintain affirmative public/private relationship.
AA. Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisors.
[Ord. No. 12-10-02, 12/10/2002, Art. 4]
The Manager shall report to the Board as a whole, and the Manager
shall take direction from the Chairperson of the Board.
[Ord. No. 12-10-02, 12/10/2002, Art. 5]
If a Manager becomes ill or needs to be absent from the Township,
the duties of the Manager shall be performed during his or her absence
by such person as may be designated by the Board.