[Ord. #312, § 1; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended]
Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:9-136 et seq., there
is hereby created the position of Township Administrator.
[Ord. #312, § 2; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall be appointed
by the majority vote of the Township Committee. The term of office
of the Municipal Administrator shall be at the pleasure of the governing
body. The compensation of the Township Administrator shall be fixed
in accordance with the applicable Salary Ordinance.
[Ord. #312, § 4; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator may be removed by
a two-thirds vote of the Township Committee, the resolution of removal
ordinarily to become effective three months after its adoption. The
Township Committee may provide, however, that the resolution shall
have immediate effect, provided that there shall be paid to the Administrator
forthwith any unpaid balance of his salary and his salary for the
next three calendar months following the adoption of the resolution.
[Ord. #312, § 4; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall not engage
in any organized political campaigns within the Township.
[Ord. #601, § 1; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall become a resident
of the Township within a reasonable period after his appointment and
shall remain a resident of the Township while so employed; provided,
however, that the residency requirements of this subsection may be
waived by the Township Committee when found to be in the best interest
of the Township.
[Ord. #312, § 5; Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall be chosen on
the basis of his executive and administrative abilities and qualifications
with special regard to education, training and previous experience.
[Ord. #312, § 6; Ord. #970; Ord.
#1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall, under the
supervision and control of the Township Committee, perform such duties
as may be requested from time to time other than those required by
law to be exercised by the Township Committee itself or by another
officer, or body, and to the extent not prohibited by law. Such duties
and responsibilities shall include, but not be limited to, coordination
of operations, activities and administration of the departments, divisions,
offices, boards and agencies of the Township government; exchanging
and disseminating information and generally advising and consulting
with the Township Committee without infringing upon the lawful powers
and duties of other officers, boards and departments. In addition,
the Administrator shall have the following specific duties and responsibilities:
a. Serve as chief administrative officer of the Township.
b. Attend all meetings of the Township Committee as required,
with the right to participate in all discussions, but without the
right to vote.
c. Advise the Township Committee on policy decisions
and carry out all policies established by the Township Committee.
d. Execute all laws of the State of New Jersey and execute
ordinances and resolutions of the Township, subject to the direction
of the Township Committee.
e. Recommend appointment of, discipline and dismiss all
employees, including those organized under the provisions of Chapter
303, P.L. 1968, according to the procedures as set forth in the annual
resolution adopting the Township's Personnel Polices and Procedures
each year by the Township Committee, provided that no other method
is required by law.
f. Negotiate contracts subject to the approval of the
Township Committee.
g. Make recommendations concerning the nature and location
of Township improvements as determined by the Township Committee.
h. Represent the Township in its relations with the federal
government, state, county and other municipalities and assess the
Township's interest in contracts, franchises and other business transactions.
i. Prepare and present annual objectives to the Township
Committee at the beginning of each calendar year, and present quarterly
and annual accomplishments.
j. Investigate the affairs of any officer or department
at the initiation of the Township Committee and report to the committee
on the work of all departments.
k. Receive and reply to all inquiries and complaints
concerning Township business and provide information and assistance
in respect thereto and, in addition, review, suggest a method for
handling and follow up on all requests for information.
l. In conjunction with the Manager of Human Resources,
establish and maintain effective personnel practices and maintain
appropriate records of all employees.
m. Consult with the Chief Financial Officer on budget
preparation and submit recommendations to the Township Committee in
accordance with procedures established by the Committee.
n. Maintain a continuing review and analysis of budget
operations, work programs and cost of municipal services.
o. Delegate to any department head such of his powers
as he may deem necessary for efficient administration.
p. Keep the Township Committee informed as to federal
aid projects and state aid projects and any other aid programs for
which the Township may qualify.
q. Consult with the Information Technology Director regarding
implementation of technology systems and practices within the Township.
r. Perform such other duties as may be required by ordinance,
resolution or direction of the Township Committee.
[Ord. #312, § 7; Ord. #466, § 1;
Ord. #1311, 6-23-1998, amended; Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, amended]
The Township Administrator shall devote full
time to the interests of the Township.
[Ord. #1934, 2-13-2007, added]
The Township Administrator may also be the Chief
Financial Officer.
[Ord. #1937, 2-27-2007, added; Ord. #2355, 12-13-2016, amended]
a. Pursuant to N.J.S.A. 40A:63-7.1, there is hereby created the position
of Assistant Township Administrator, of which there will be no more
than two designated.
b. The duties of the Assistant Township Administrator(s) are:
1. To perform the functions and duties of the Township Administrator
during the absence or temporary disability of the Township Administrator.
To the extent possible, the Township Administrator shall advise the
duration of his absence and the time for which an Assistant Township
Administrator will perform these duties.
2. To assist the Township Administrator with the daily implementation
of policies, decisions, and projects authorized by the Township Committee.
c. The Township Administrator may split the duties designated in Paragraphs
b1 and 2 above if two Assistant Administrators are appointed by the
Township Committee.