Yap Campus/CRE
P.O. Box 286
Colonia, Yap FM 96943

Under the general direction of the CRE State Coordinator, the incumbent is responsible for the Aquaculture Extension Program in Yap 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. 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. Prepare public services announcements for the media and TV awareness programs as required. Generate reports. Follow individually tailored professional development program to upgrade skills. Perform other duties as assigned and serve on committees.

Bachelor’s 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. OR an Associate Degree plus four years of fulltime work experience in the area of work and willingness to work toward the bachelor’s degree while working.

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:

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; and
6. Copy of valid driver’s license; and
7. Court clearance under 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 December 7, 2020 followed by screening by the committee or until fill. Official and hard copies of college transcripts are require to be mailed directly from schools to HRO when a candidate is being considered.