The Township Manager is responsible for the day-to-day administration of Charter Township of Brighton government. This position is filled by the Board of Trustees and is responsible to the Board for his/her actions.

Duties
Specific duties are established by Township Ordinance for the Manager. Among these duties are the following:

• Ensure all Township Ordinances are enforced equitably and consistently.
• Administer rules, ordinances and court judgments regarding soil removal.
• Manage all public improvements, projects and utilities.
• Liaison with government entities, citizens, attorneys and the press.
• Maintain records of Township-owned properties, buildings and equipment.
• Administer contracts between the Township and others.
• Attend all Township Board Meetings, providing key information to the Board. The Manager may partake in discussion but does not vote.
• Recommend to the Board various policies, procedures and ordinances.
• Be an ex-officio member of all Boards and Committees of the Township.
• Prepare and administer the annual Township Budget under state law.
• Be responsible to the Board to provide research and administration of their work.
• Act as Township Purchasing Agent (or delegate this function) but remain responsible for its proper administration.
• Administer personnel policies as directed by the Board for all appointed employees.
• Develop and administer operational procedures to increase efficiency and/or reduce costs.
• Coordinate activities of the Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals.
• Perform other duties as directed by ordinance or resolution of the Board.