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September 27, 2023
Run for City Fire Commissioner in Portsmouth City, NH
Election Date: Nov 2, 2027Filing Deadline:
Election Details
- Office level: city
- Length of term: 4 years
- Commitment level: Part Time
- Affiliation: nonpartisan
- Typical salary: $1200 per year
- Is this a runoff election? No
- Is this a primary election? No
- Filing period: N/A - N/A
- Positions: Portsmouth City Fire CommissionPortsmouth City Police CommissionPortsmouth City Registrar - At LargePortsmouth City Council
Job description
The City Fire Commissioner is responsible for organizing and supervising the fire department and prescribing rules for their control and management.
Eligibility requirements
No person receiving any compensation as an officer or employee of the City of Portsmouth: 1. Shall continue in such position after the canvass of the vote following being elected to office as a School Board member or City Councilor of the City of Portsmouth; 2. Shall engage in any political campaigns and activities during his/her hours of City employment. No City Councilor or School Board member shall hold any other municipal office. No member of the City Council, School Board, Fire Commission or Police Commission shallapply for or become an employee of the City until the expiration of the term for which that person was elected to office.
Filing instructions
Filing office address: 1 Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801
Filing phone number: 603-610-7245
Paperwork instructions: Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Filing requirements: $5 filing fee or 50 signatures of registered voters.
FAQ
How often is City Fire Commissioner elected?
The position of City Fire Commissioner is typically elected every 4 years.
What does it mean for an election to be nonpartisan?
Nonpartisan elections do not require candidates to declare a party affiliation.
What are the filing requirements to get on the ballot in Portsmouth City, NH?
$5 filing fee or 50 signatures of registered voters.
Where do I submit my candidate paperwork?
Submit paperwork to the City Clerk's office.
Where is the filing office?
1 Junkins Avenue, Portsmouth, NH 03801.
How can I get in touch with the filing office?
You can contact the filing office by calling 603-610-7245.
How do I get started running for City Fire Commissioner?
You can start running for City Fire Commissioner by checking to ensure you meet all filing deadlines and requirements. Next, you can prepare to file for office and start planning your campaign strategy. Get in touch with our team of campaign experts for help with any step of the campaign process!
Is there a primary or runoff election for this office?
The next election for City Fire Commissioner does not include a primary or runoff election.
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