[1971 Code § 2-8.1]
There shall be a Director of Public Works. The Director of Public
Works shall be appointed by the Township Committee.
a.
Qualifications. The Director of Public Works shall be qualified by
education, training and experience to perform the duties of office
as hereinafter set forth. Prior to his appointment he shall have secured
and be the holder of all necessary licenses, certificates and permits
required by State law, and during his tenure of office he shall continue
to hold such permits, licenses and certificates.
b.
Supervision. He shall be under the direct supervision of the Municipal
Manager.
[1971 Code § 2-8.2]
The Superintendent of Public Works shall:
a.
Set up and maintain adequate inventory and control thereof of all
materials and supplies needed for the maintenance and repair of all
public works under his supervision.
b.
Submit to the Township Committee through the Manager a monthly report
of all work performed and services furnished as well as inspections
made during the previous month.
c.
Submit to the Manager his recommendations for budget appropriations
for the ensuing year.
d.
Recommend for approval the expenditure of all funds by voucher chargeable
against the public works budget.
e.
Inspect or be responsible for the inspection of all storm sewer lines
in the Township either individually or in conjunction with other designated
officials.
f.
Receive all complaints from residents and taxpayers of the Township
relating to the operations under his jurisdiction, and investigate
and take the appropriate action, and report the results to the Manager.
g.
Attend Township Committee meetings when required.
h.
Supervise the operation, maintenance and repair of any Township equipment
used in the performance of the work assigned to him.
i.
Set up and maintain all necessary books, records, field notes, maps,
surveys and similar records necessary to perform the duties of his
office and turn over all records to any successor or the Township
upon termination of employment.
j.
Recommend to the Manager the need for any repairs and replacements
to Township owned equipment, structures, buildings or grounds.
k.
Supervise the work performance of any personnel assigned to his Department
or jurisdiction.
[1971 Code § 2-8.3]
a.
Assistant Public Works Superintendent of Roads.
1.
Job Description. Assists the Public Works Director by performing
varied supervisory tasks and related work as assigned by the Public
Works Director. Supervises the Department in the absence of the Director.
2.
Examples of Work. Involves supervision of all public works road department
activities. Plans, organizes and directs street maintenance and repair,
refuse collection, snow and ice control, street cleaning, maintenance
garage, sanitary landfill, curb and sidewalk replacement program.
Assigns and prepares daily work schedules.
3.
Job Requirements.
(a)
Proficiency in the English language sufficient to perform the
duties of the position.
(b)
Two years supervisory experience in the construction, maintenance
and repair of streets, sanitation or other public works facilities
or other similar maintenance work.
(c)
Two years of college with a course of study which is job related
or have five years experience as a supervisor in a similar or related
position.
(d)
Extensive knowledge of the proper procedures used in administration
of a department and ability to prepare clear, sound, accurate, and
informative reports.
(e)
Ability to assist in the organization and development of a comprehensive
work program; to take a leading role in working out effective operating
procedures; to work harmoniously with others; to give suitable assignments
and instructions to individuals and groups; provide them with needed
advice and assistance when difficult and unusual problems arise, and
check their work to see that proper procedures are followed; that
reasonable standards of workmanship and output are maintained and
that desired objectives are carried out; to assist in making the best
use of available funds, personnel, and equipment; and to keep needed
records and files.
b.
Assistant Public Works Director of Parks.
1.
Definition. Assists the Public Works Director by performing varied
supervisory tasks and related work as assigned by the Public Works
Director; does related work as required. Supervises the Department
in the absence of the Director.
2.
Examples of Work. Position involves supervision of all Public Works
Parks Department activities. Plans, arranges and directs a program
of park maintenance, park beautification, landscaping, tree planting
and maintenance. Maintains all Township owned property, ball parks,
tennis courts, beach area, band shell and lake area. Prepares daily
work schedules and assigns personnel to various duties.
3.
Requirements.
(a)
Proficiency in the English language sufficient to perform the
duties of the position.
(b)
Two years college in horticulture or a related field or have
five years experience as a supervisor in a similar or related field.
(c)
Two years of supervisory experience in care and maintenance
of parks, tree planting, flower beds, lawn care and other public works
department work.
(d)
Extensive knowledge of the proper procedures used in administration
and preparation of clear, sound, accurate and informative reports.
(e)
Ability to assist in the organization and development of a comprehensive
work program; to take a leading role in working out effective operating
procedures; to work harmoniously with others; to give suitable assignments
and instructions to individuals and groups; to provide them with needed
advice and assistance when difficult and unusual problems arise, and
to check their work to see that proper procedures are followed; that
reasonable standards of workmanship and output are maintained and
that desired objectives are achieved; to assist in making the best
use of available funds, personnel, and equipment; and to keep needed
records and files.
[1971 Code § 2-8.4; Ord. No. 2013-3]
The Department of Public Works, through the Director of Public
Works, shall take charge and be responsible for the construction,
operation and maintenance of the Lakewood Community Center, all parks
and recreational facilities, storm sewers, cutting of brush, mowing
of grass, removal of snow, maintenance of pipes, valves and pumps
in pump station, cleaning of ditches and the care of other public
works in the Township subject to the orders and directions of the
Township committee.
[1971 Code § 2-8.5]
The Township Committee shall by resolution make the rules and
regulations necessary for the proper regulation of the Department
of Public Works and when they are adopted by the Township Committee,
they shall be known as the Rules and Regulations for the Governing
of the Department of Public Works and shall be binding on each member
of the Department.
