Burgomaster

The Burgomaster title is bestowed upon upon one, or three depending on region. It usually means a Master of the Town, Borough, Fortress or Citizens. They govern the area similar to a mayor. They govern the relative region and / or people, and usually appointed this case by the higher ranking nobility.

Qualifications

The rank is usually someone who the higher ranks of a town or municipality sees as the perfect person to run the day-to-day workings of a region of their territory.

Requirements

They usually have to have some connections to the region they govern so the people know they are. Also contacts with more influential individuals is a bonus.

Appointment

They are usually appointed by the ruling class with little ceremony.

Duties

They have to generally govern the day-to-day running of the region, and act as a go-between for different factions. Also they have to act as a magistrate at times.

Responsibilities

They have to generally govern the day-to-day running of the region, and act as a go-between for different factions. Also they have to act as a magistrate at times.

Benefits

They usually have a bonus in cash, some leeway in business situations, have half decent accommodation and usually their own protection.

Accoutrements & Equipment

They may be given a ring, necklace and / or cloak with the insignia of the province, town or city.

Grounds for Removal/Dismissal

They can be removed at any time by their superior if they think that they are not up to standard.

Type

Civic, Diplomatic

Form of Address

Sir

Alternative Naming

Mayor

Equates to

Mayor

Source of Authority

Given authority by the nobility

Length of Term

Usually for life

Reports directly to

Jarl