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| Grant Township, Cheboygan County, Michigan www.granttwp.com |
| Township Officer Job Description Township Trustee |
| TRUSTEE'S STATUTORY DUTIES $1,524.00 per year |
In addition to the duties required by law, a township trustee will benefit from developing skills and knowledge in several core areas: TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT OPERATION Demonstrates knowledge about township (general law or charter) government responsibilities - functions and powers. Identifies the major functions of each branch of government - local state and federal - along with their relationship to one a and another. Understands the duties and responsibiities of the office of township trustee Aware of the roles and responsibilities of other elected and appointed offices in the township. Demonstrates knowledge of the various committees, boards and commissions serving the township, including their roles a and responsibilities. Understands how township policies and procedures are set. Demonstrates knowledge of how ordinances are lawfully adopted and legally enforced. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS Communicates effectively Listens attentively Works effectively with individuals, departments and committees to achieve desired outcomes. Possesses knowledge of what constitutes ethical behavior. Demonstrates behavior that results in public trust Manages adversity and hostility effectively. LEADERSHIP ABILITIES Possesses vision, especially relative to the township's needs or potential. Understands how to be an active participant in board meetings and is knowledgeable about parliamentary procedure Possesses effective policy-making skills and decision making skills Utilizes consensus-building techniques Possesses persuasive/influential abilities Motivates others to achieve desired outcomes Utilizes public relations skills to position to township positively POLICYMAKING SKILLS Understands how to objectively monitor administrative actions for compliance with existing policy and law, and to ensure t that policies and practices serve the public well Knows how to critically examine proposals to evaluate how the proposed policies and practices could affect the township Creates effective systems for establishing rapport with constituents, ensuring that voters' needs are brought to the at attention of the township board Understands how to constructively participate in, or lead, committees, including setting objectives and goals, conducting pr productivemeetings, and providing accurate reports Utilizes effective research techniques to become more knowledgeable about matters that come before the township board a and/orcommittees Understands the budget process, financial statements and how to use fiduciary responsibilities to manage the township's aff affairs in the best interests of the public Understands purchasing policies and the bid process Possesses knowledge of contracts, including intergovernmental agreements TOWNSHIP ISSUES Possesses knowledge about current issues affecting townships Aware of legal matters that could impact the township Understands the elements of risk management Aware of financial matters affecting the township, including revenue sources Possesses knowledge about land use Understands the planning and zoning process Possesses knowledge of township services and their policy implications |
- Township legislator, required to vote on all
issues
- Responsible for township's fiduciary health.
- Other duties as assigned by Board