Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2016-053



Position: Agriculture Agent II
Salary:

J/2/C-J/5/C $9,343.00-$10,528.00 PA

Benefits:

“No housing or transportation benefits”                                      

Opening Date: April 21, 2016   
Closing Date: May 20, 2016 
Location:

Pohnpei Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 614
Kolonia, Pohnpei FM 96941

 

 

Reporting:This position reports directly to the CRE Coordinator. Responsible for extending the agriculture programs it the FSM. The incumbent plans, organizes, and conducts agricultural workshops, non-formal education, meetings and demonstrations in the villages and other sites as necessary..

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, career and technical educational programs characterized by continuous improvement and best practices.

Core Values:

Duties:

Provide information and management advice directly to farmers, schools, non-governmental organizations and interested individuals. The agent collaborates with state Offices of Agriculture, Natural Resources and other governmental agencies and farmers in planning and organizing training workshops and projects at the village level. The agent evaluates the effectiveness of workshops and programs and implements suggested changes in areas of responsibilities. The agent develops brochures, publications, electronic media and other outreach materials related to the file do responsibility. The agent assists in developing local and national work plan. Inputs and maintains computer databases of all clientele. Trains, supervises, and assists extension agents in lower level grade in area of specialty. Develops own annual Plans of Work, weekly POW and submits to CRE Coordinator for approval. Prepares media programs and public service announcements for print, radio and TV awareness programs as required. Assists CRE Coordinator to write grant proposals and manages externally funded projects as assigned. Generates reports, follows individually tailored professional development program to upgrade skills. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in field of work from a US accredited college and four (4) years of work related experience. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards in the field of work using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org. Must be computer literate, familiar with publication software programs. Must have a valid driver’s license. Must be able to demonstrate written and oral communication skills in Chuukese Language and in English. Preferred:  Bachelor’s degree in agriculture, animal science, horticulture, agronomy or related field with two years of work experience.
Contact:
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.
Process:

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 college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters; and
  6. Court/police clearance not more than 6 months old.

 

Documents are to be submitted electronically to hro@comfsm.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 _May 20, 2016_ followed by screening by the committee. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed 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 Manual. 

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.


The College of Micronesia–FSM is an equal opportunity employer.
FSM Citizens are encouraged to apply