New Jersey Statutes Title 54. Taxation 54 § 1-39

If the court removes the assessor, a certified copy of the judgment of removal shall be transmitted to the governing body or officer of the taxing district having power to elect or appoint a person to fill the vacancy caused by the removal. The governing body or officer shall thereupon appoint a successor who shall hold office for such time as may be fixed by law for assessors appointed to fill vacancies.