Part-Time Code Enforcement / Deputy Health Officer

City of Franklin • Franklin, NH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The City of Franklin Fire Department is seeking a qualified and motivated part-time Code Enforcement / Deputy Health Officer for its Inspection Division. Under the direction of the Inspection Captain, the position performs code enforcement, health inspections, permitting, and municipal inspection duties while supporting the City's planning, zoning, and community development efforts. The role serves as the City's Deputy Health Officer and assists with enforcing State of New Hampshire and City of Franklin health regulations.

The position is up to 20 hours per week, with a starting pay of $27.96–$30.12 per hour. Work includes both office and field duties, travel to inspection sites, and potential exposure to construction areas, occupied buildings, uneven terrain, changing weather, and occasionally hazardous or unsanitary environments. Occasional off-hours inspections may be required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three years of experience in code enforcement, inspections, construction, property maintenance, health enforcement, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of zoning, building, health, and property maintenance regulations, including familiarity with the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC).
• Ability to interpret plans, ordinances, and technical documents.
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills.
• Valid New Hampshire driver's license and clean criminal background.

Nice To Haves

• Technical training in code enforcement, construction, public health, planning, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Enforce zoning, building, health, and property maintenance regulations and municipal ordinances.
• Conduct code-compliance inspections of residential, commercial, industrial, and municipal properties.
• Review permit applications, site plans, and supporting documentation.
• Investigate complaints involving unsafe structures, nuisance conditions, sanitation, public health concerns, and property maintenance violations.
• Serve as the City's Deputy Health Officer and assist with enforcement of State of New Hampshire and City of Franklin health regulations.
• Apply and interpret the International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC) and related regulations.
• Coordinate with City departments, contractors, property owners, engineers, architects, and outside agencies.
• Prepare inspection reports and notices of violation, and maintain accurate inspection and permitting records.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED