[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.