National Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 159
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941

Under the general direction of the CRE State Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for the Aquaculture Extension Program in each State. The incumbent plans, organizes and conducts aquaculture workshops, meetings and demonstrations in the villages.

Provide information and management advice directly to fishermen, farmers, resource owners, schools, non-governmental organizations and interested individuals. Collaborate with the State Marine Resources Management Office, other government agencies, fishermen and resource owners in planning and organizing workshops at the village level. Conduct basic research at the aquaculture hatchery. Evaluate effectiveness of workshops and programs, and implements suggested changes in areas of responsibilities. Develop brochures, publication and other outreach materials. Develop local and national work plan. Input and maintain computer database for all clientele. Train, supervise and assist extension agents in lover level grade in area of specialty. Assist in the development of local and national work plans. Input and maintain an electronic database of all clientele. Develop own Plans of Work, weekly POW and submit to CRE Coordinator for approval. Prepare public services announcements for the media and TV awareness programs as required. Assist CRE coordinator write grant proposals and manage externally funded projects as assigned. Generate reports. Follow individually tailored professional development program to upgrade skills. Perform other duties as assigned and serve on committees.

Associate degree in Marine Science, or related field from a US accredited college with four years of work experience in the area of work. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Computer literate, familiar with publications software. Must be able to demonstrate written and oral communication skills and strong affinity with the ocean and be able to swim competently. Scuba certified preferred. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards in the field of work using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org.

Applications are available at the College of Micronesia - FSM Human Resources Office, state campus sites or at the college's website at www.comfsm.fm.

Interested candidates must submit the following documents:

1. A letter of interest addressing how the candidate’s professional qualification and experience match the minimum essential requirements of the position (not to exceed 3 pages);
2. COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf)
3. A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
4. Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
5. A minimum of three professional reference letters under 6 months old;
6. Criminal background check under 6 months old; and
7. Copy of valid driver’s license.

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.edu.fm (preferably as PDF attachments) or mailed to:

Human Resources Office
College of Micronesia-FSM
P. O. Box 159
Pohnpei FM 96941

(U.S Postal Service domestic rates apply in the Federated States of Micronesia.)

Applications will be accepted until July 20, 2024 followed by screening by the committee or until filled. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.