Employment Opportunity
EO No: 2025-043
Yap and Kosrae Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 159
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941
College of Micronesia - FSM Mission Statement:
The College of Micronesia-FSM is a learner-centered institution of higher education that is committed to the success of the Federated States of Micronesia by providing academic and career & technical educational programs characterized by continuous improvement and best practices.
Values:
Under the general direction of the CRE Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for the Aquaculture Extension Program in each state in coordination with other aquaculture agents.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. Work with the State Marine Resources Management Office, other government agencies, fishermen and resource owners in planning and organizing workshops at the village level. Evaluate effectiveness of workshops and programs, and implements suggested changes in areas of responsibilities. Develop brochures, publication and other outreach materials. Assist in the development of local and national work plans. Input and maintain an electronic database of all clientele. Train and assist CRE staff in area of specialty. Prepare public services announcements for the media and TV awareness programs as required. Develop and maintain an individual Plan of Work. 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 two years of work experience in the area of work. 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. Software programs: Microsoft Office word, excel publisher and PowerPoint. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards in the field of work using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org.
Interested candidates must submit the following documents:
- 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);
- COM-FSM application form (http://www.comfsm.fm/jobs/HRdocs/employment08.pdf)
- A current resume which includes personal email address and cellular phone number;
- Copies of college transcripts for all degrees earned;
- A minimum of three professional reference letters under 6 months old;
- Criminal background check under 6 months old; and
- 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.)
Official copies of college transcripts are required to be sent directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.
The College reserves the right to request or require from any applicant additional documentation or certification in addition to the minimum requirements stated in this advertisement in order to be considered for this position. All persons applying must meet or exceed any additional qualifications required in the COM-FSM Personnel Policy and Procedure Manual.
