Employment Opportunity

EO No: 2022-069



Position: Instructor - Navigation
Salary: 12 Month N/5/D - N/8/B $17,643.00-$19,488 PA
Benefits: Position is eligible for housing and transportation benefit
Opening Date: July 19, 2022
Closing Date: August 20, 2022
Location:

FMI Campus/Instructional
P.O. Box 1056
Colonia, Yap FM 96943

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:
Teach and arrange up to 5 navigation classes per semester which include but not limited to Class 5 and Class 6 Navigation Courses, and also assist in teaching and/or supervising other fishing courses including other upgrading courses for qualified AB seafarers and other related maritime organization that are required to meet the IMO STCW standards, as well as meeting the goals and objectives of the course as described in the course outlines. Maintain accurate records of student attendance and student learning outcomes/grades, in accordance with COM-FSM regulations and submit records to the Student Services Office after the end of the semester/session. Conduct and/or serve as a shipboard training instructor during assigned shipboard training activities; Participate in one standing committee or provide alternative services to the college and community as specified in Administrative Procedures 6026; may be asked to participate in ad hoc committees. Must attend, participate and/or supervise extra curricula activities as prescribed in the training program. This includes duty officer roster, daily muster, demerits and/or shipboard maintenance activities including other school related activities approved by the College. Ensure that teaching resources are adequate, readily available prior to the commencement of assigned courses and meeting STCW requirement and standard. Advising students. Participate in instructional activities that include meetings, curriculum development and developing procedures for improving current classes to meet the requirements. Participate in assessment activities and professional development. Attend to additional needs of the College or the community as agreed upon by the faculty member in consultation with their supervisor.
Minimum Qualifications:

Earned Certificate as a Class 3 Master in Navigation in accordance with the STCW Convention with at least four years full time teaching experience OR eight years full-time related work experience. Knowledge and ability of: Ability and knowledge to be able to work in a cross cultural situation. Experience with development and assessment of student learning outcomes. Gives evidence of exemplary teaching ability, initiative and interpersonal skills. Cultural sensitivity is essential. Experience with online teaching is essential.

Degrees earned from higher education institutions must be from US accredited institutions or foreign credentials must be equated to US standards using World Education Services at https://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 college transcripts for all degrees earned;
  5. A minimum of three professional reference letters;
  6. Court Report (criminal background check) under 6 months old; and
  7. A brief teaching philosophy

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 20, 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