[1997 Code § 3-22]
The office of City Administrator is created in and for the City
of Absecon City.
[1997 Code § 3-23]
Appointment, terms of office and vacancies shall be as provided
in N.J.S.A. 40A:9- 137 et seq.
[1997 Code § 3-24]
A.
The employee in this classification directs the operation of all
City departments except Police and serves as liaison with the Mayor
and City Council on matters pertaining to personnel, budget, purchasing
and insurance.
B.
A special emphasis is placed on the ability of this person to deal
effectively with citizens, as well as contact with other persons and
agencies who have official and unofficial dealings with the City.
[1997 Code § 3-25]
A.
The employee should possess two to five years of experience on matters
related to personnel administration, general management, public relations
and finance.
B.
He or she may be a resident of the State of New Jersey and may make
his or her permanent residence in the City of Absecon City within
six months of the date of his or her appointment and may during said
term remain a resident of the City of Absecon City, all at the discretion
of the Mayor and Council of the City of Absecon City.
[1997 Code § 3-26]
The City Administrator shall receive as salary such sums as
may be fixed and adopted by the City Council in the annual salary
ordinances of the City.
[1997 Code § 3-27]
The Administrator shall:
A.
Execute and enforce the laws of the State of New Jersey, as well
as ordinances and resolutions of the City of Absecon City.
B.
Attend all meetings of Council and committees as directed, with the
right to take part in discussion.
C.
Supervise and direct business activities of all departments.
D.
Have responsibility for the effective coordination of all City departments
and agencies in his jurisdiction.
E.
Set City policy with the approval of the Mayor and City Council.
F.
Study, review and analyze the administrative operations of the City
and perform surveys as assigned by the Mayor and Council.
G.
Prepare and submit written periodic oral reports on matters related
to prescribed studies and surveys.
H.
Review the City insurance program pertaining to liability coverages
and needs.
I.
Handle all contractual agreements and obligations of the City and
inspect or ensure compliance as stipulated.
J.
Prepare and administer the City budget, direct all City purchasing
and equipment repair and oversee the preparation of bid specifications
and notices in compliance with the Local Public Contracts Law, N.J.S.A.
40A:11-1 et seq.
K.
Work with the Mayor and Council on the yearly budget, coordinating
departmental budget data as it pertains to staff and equipment needs.
L.
Keep Mayor and Council informed of all federal, state and other aid
programs and prepare and administer grants specifically assigned by
Mayor and Council.
M.
Invest all funds of the municipality in accordance with regulation
and report to Mayor and Council.
N.
Administer provisions of all franchises, leases, permits and privileges
granted by the City and act as agent for municipal land sales.
O.
Enforce payment of all moneys owed the municipality unless imposed
on another City official.
P.
Review all bills and vouchers for payment and with the assistance
of the City Clerk and staff prepare the same for the City Council
meeting for payment.
Q.
Supervise City payroll with assistance of the City Clerk and staff.
R.
Handle day-to-day personnel matters related to City employees and
their adherence to City rules and regulations.
S.
Maintain department employee leave records, personnel files and records
and reports of disciplinary, promotion, discharge and retirement.
T.
Hold meetings with individuals and all department supervisors when
necessary to discuss and disseminate information.
U.
Supervise the work of subordinate employees within the department.
V.
Direct employment procedures and recruitment and serve as liaison
with departments, Mayor and Council on interviews of applicants.
W.
Suspend and discharge subordinate personnel when necessary.
X.
Help prepare the City Council agenda, draft preliminary ordinances
and resolutions and report on various City business and special projects
with the assistance of the City Clerk.
Y.
Answer citizen complaints concerning City operations and develop
solutions that are administratively sound and equitable to citizens
under conforming law and policies.
[1997 Code § 3-28]
Required knowledge, skills and abilities are as follows:
A.
Thorough knowledge of municipal administrative systems and procedures,
along with the budgetary principles and controls.
B.
The ability to speak clearly and effectively and to present ideas
orally and in written form.
C.
The ability to investigate problems, analyze procedures and prepare
recommendations in a straightforward, logical manner.
D.
The ability to deal courteously and effectively with subordinates,
residents and the general public.
E.
The ability to take direction and carry out work assignments in a
timely manner.
