Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2022-066



Position: IT Technician II
Salary: F/2/D $6,565.00 PA
Benefits: Position is NOT eligible for housing and transportation benefits
Opening Date: July 15, 2022
Closing Date: August 14, 2022
Location:

Kosrae Campus/IT
P.O. Box 37
Tofol, Kosrae FM 96944

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:

Duties:
Reporting to the system specialist I, the incumbent will provide network support campus wide which includes installing networked application software, granting access to users, creating user groups, managing shared resources, installing peripherals, configuring student computer labs for security. Monitor computer labs as necessary. Train users in startup, basic and advanced use of software programs including Microsoft office products, open office applications, relevant databases, and relevant operating systems. May provide group training on request. Maintain up-to-date expertise in the operation and application of the college standard microcomputer software and a working knowledge of a wide variety of commonly used hardware and software. Debug computer hardware and software for viruses. May provide supervision, training and technical guidance to students assisting the department with software support as a part of their course work. May assess and report on student progress to faculty. Install/Uninstall programs according to COM-FSM Computer requirements and policies. Perform other related duties as required to accomplish the objectives of the position. Serves on committees.
Minimum Qualifications:

AS degree in CIS from a US accredited college and at least 2 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US http://www.wes.org. Demonstrated knowledge of computers & ability to work long hours. Must have experience in the use and repair of computers. Extensive experience with Operating Systems used at the COM-FSM. Ability to install hardware/software as instructed. A good sense of electronic components is a plus.
Physical & Other Requirements: Individual must be able to carry a desktop computer, have sufficient manual dexterity to work with the small components inside a computer. Individual must demonstrate excellent communication skills both written and oral.

Foreign credentials must be equated to meet US standards in the field of work using World Education Services at http://www.wes.org.

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.
Application Procedure:

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 three 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 HS/GED diploma or college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters under 6 months old;
  6. Court clearance under 6 months old; and
  7. Valid driver's license.

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 August 14, 2022 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.

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