It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens are given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Police Captain
PL-34/1
$779.30 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $819.30 BW

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Justice
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FSM 96941
Kosrae State

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Assist the Chief of Police in supervising law enforcement activities at the Division of Security & Investigation; plans, directs and evaluates the operations of a major component of the Division of Security and Investigation; instruct new police officers in overall department policies and procedures and in the investigative techniques to be followed; makes studies regarding overall operating procedures, methods and problems and submits recommendations for their improvement; Represents the Chief of police at meetings and important functions; perform other duties as assigned.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in criminal Justice or related field plus three (3) years of experience in police work. Successful completion of Police Supervisory phase I and II Training through the FSM Public Safety Academy.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
National Police Officer I              (3 positions)
PL-20/1
$427.24 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $467.24 BW

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Justice
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, Palikir 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATION ONLY):
Patrols assigned areas and enforces rules, regulations, and the law of trespassing to the FSM Government areas; protects the property and life, and controls the movement of pedestrians within assigned areas; stands guard in President, Vice President and FSM Offices, act as guard on FSM special occasions, testify in court as government witness participates in surveillance of criminal activities, conduct preliminary investigation, write preliminary investigation, write preliminary reports, direct traffic at place where explosive in progress; make arrest and performs other duties.

Qualification Requirements:
Graduation from a High school with a diploma or equivalent; associate degree or higher preferred plus one to two years of work experience in related field. Basic writing and communication skills; Basic Knowledge in law enforcement.

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens are given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesians and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
Staff Attorney I – IV                  (4 positions)
PL-34/1 + 100% w/professional premium   —–    PL-42/1 + 100% w/professional premium
$77.30 B/W + $779.30= $ 1,558.60 B/W             $1,177.58 B/W + $1,177.58= $2,355.16 B/W

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grades. Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualifications of the appointee. The professional premium applies only upon admission to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any other jurisdiction.

LOCATION:
Department of Justice
FSM National Government
Palikir, Pohnpei FM 96941

DUTIES (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY:
Senior attorney law legal work; includes civil and criminal litigation, research and write on complex legal and constitutional issues; prepares formal and informal attorney opinions; provides legal counsel to Department and Offices Heads of the Executive Branch: drafts proposed bills and resolutions; testifies at congressional hearings; reviews passed legislation for constitutional and legal sufficiency; provides technical assistance to and coordinates to the work of lower level attorneys and paralegal  personnel; performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Level I- Graduated from an accredited school of law with an earned degree (BA) in law or earned degree in pre-law or equivalent from an accredited school; or four (4) years of work experience practicing law and admission either to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any jurisdiction.

Level II- Graduated from an accredited school of law with an earned degree (BA) plus four (4) years of work experience practicing law and admission either to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any jurisdiction.

Level III- Graduated from an accredited school of law with an earned degree (BA) plus two  (2) to three (3)  years of work experience practicing law and admission either to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any jurisdiction; or attained Master’s degree in Law (MA) plus admission either to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any jurisdiction.

Level IV- Graduated from an accredited school of law with an earned degree (BA) plus three (3) to four (4) years of work experience practicing law and admission either to the FSM Bar or Bar member in any other jurisdiction; or attained a Juris Doctor in Law (JD) plus admission to either the FSM Bar or Bar member to any jurisdiction.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address: personnel@personnel.gov.fm

It is the policy of the FSM Government that qualified FSM citizens is given first priority for employment consideration; with other Micronesian and U.S. citizens utilized in positions for which no qualified FSM citizens are available.

POSITION AND SALARY:
FSM Immigration & Passport Service Officer I
PL-26/1
$554.84 B/W + $40.00 COLA = $594.84

This is the minimum rate at step one of the grade.  Higher rates may be authorized in cases of hard-to-fill positions where it is appropriate to the qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
FSM Department of Justice
Immigration and Passport Services
FSM National Government
Kosrae Field Office

DUTIES &RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in the boarding and inspection of incoming and outgoing aircraft and sea vessels; examine and verify travel documents and entry permits; assist in monitoring aliens within the FSM; assist in arranging and maintaining files and records; assist in collecting data on immigration, emigration, employment, and other related statistics; assist in conducting job site inspections and investigations; and perform other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a degree in law enforcement or a related field, plus two (2) years of work experience in law enforcement or a related field.

Secure Application Forms From and Return to FSM National Government Personnel Office
or send your application, resume, along with other credentials to the below email address:
personnel@personnel.gov.fm