Class Description: Under the general direction of the CRE Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for extending the Agriculture Extension Program in the Federated States of Micronesia. The incumbent plans, organizes and conducts agricultural workshops, meetings and demonstrations in the villages.

Duties: Provides information and management advice directly to farmers, schools, non-governmental organizations and interested individuals. Works with State Agriculture, other government agencies and farmers in planning, organizing workshops at the village level. Evaluates effectiveness of workshops and programs, and implements suggested changes in areas of responsibilities. Works with the Assistant Director to develop brochures, publication and other outreach materials related to the field of responsibility; assists in developing local and national work plans. Inputs and maintains computer database of all clientele. Trains, supervises, and assists extension agents in lower grade in area of specialty. Develops own weekly Plans of Work and submits to CRE Coordinator for approval. Prepares public service announcements for the media and TV awareness programs as required. Generates reports, follows individually tailored professional development program to upgrade skills. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Agriculture, Animal Science, Horticulture, Agronomy or related field form an accredited college. Two years of full-time work in extension or agricultural area. Fours years of work experience preferred. Computer literate, familiar with publications software. Must be able to demonstrate written and oral communication skills. OR an Associate of Science plus four years of full-time work experience in Extension or Agriculture related field.

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

Process: Applicants must submit an interest letter, resume, COM-FSM Employment Application form, official college transcripts, and 3 up to date letters of recommendation to Human Resources Office at the address above or send via E-mail to hro@comfsm.fm no later than October 09, 2009. Applications will be reviewed immediately following closing.