New Jersey § 44:1-24 Appointment of superintendent;  qualifications

New Jersey Statutes

§ 44:1-24 — Appointment of superintendent; qualifications

New Jersey § 44:1-24

Title 44POOR

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N.J. Stat. Ann. § 44:1-24 (2026).

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The county welfare board shall appoint a superintendent of welfare who shall be the director of welfare under the direction and supervision of that board. The superintendent shall: a. Have the qualifications and be subject to the same examination as an overseer; b. Be a citizen of this state and of the United States; c. Be able to read and write the English language; d. Be capable of making and keeping such records and reports as are lawfully required of him; e. Have complete knowledge of the laws concerning the relief and maintenance of the poor; and f. Not be a member of the board. The county adjuster when qualified may be appointed for this office, but when so appointed shall not serve as an ex-officio member of the county welfare board.

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The county welfare board shall appoint a superintendent of welfare who shall be the director of welfare under the direction and supervision of that board. The superintendent shall: a. Have the qualifications and be subject to the same examination as an overseer; b. Be a citizen of this state and of the United States; c. Be able to read and write the English language; d. Be capable of making and keeping such records and reports as are lawfully required of him; e. Have complete knowledge of the laws concerning the relief and maintenance of the poor; and f. Not be a member of the board. The county adjuster when qualified may be appointed for this office, but when so appointed shall not serve as an ex-officio member of the county welfare board.