The Town Manager is responsible for the administration of all Town functions, including general government, municipal finance, public safety, public works, municipal inspections and public health. The Town Manager's office is comprised of the Town Manager, the Assistant Town Manager and the Executive Assistant to the Town Manager. The Town Manager serves as chief administrative officer of the Town, reporting directly to the Select Board, whose policies he administers. The Town Manager directs the activities of the Town's departments, boards and officers, except those excluded by charter or law. The Town Manager appoints all employees and serves as the Commissioner of Public Safety, as well as the Chief Procurement Officer. The Assistant Town Manager serves as the Acting Town Manager in the absence of the Town Manager.