The Superintendent of Highways is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the Town Highway Department. The Superintendent shall use his/her best efforts to run the Department to adequately meet the needs of the Town of Hammonton and carry out the policies of the Mayor and Council. In the Superintendent's absence, the Assistant Superintendent shall be responsible for the operation of the Highway Department. If the Superintendent and Assistant Superintendent are absent, the Chairperson of the Highway Department shall be responsible for the operation of the Department.