Manager, Sea Transportation System Development (FSM DoTC&I_Division of Transportation)Pohnpei [closing date: October 29, 2025]

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

POSITION AND SALARY:
Manager, Sea Transportation System Development
PL-38/1
$954.69B/W + $40.00 COLA = $994.69B/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 qualification of the appointee.

LOCATION:
Department of Transportation, Communication & Infrastructure
FSM National Government
Palikir, Pohnpei FM  96941

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILTIES:
Assist in promulgation and implementation of a maritime safety program for the FSM; develops and maintains an FSM vessels registration program; inspects and certifies safety of vessels utilized for sea transportation in the FSM; assists the private shipping operations in the FSM in development of safety procedures for maintenance and operation of the vessels to meet the FSM’s registration program; monitors the applications of established safety standards through appropriated inspections and surveys; conduct inspection and surveys of vessel’s safety equipment and makes recommendation to the Secretary of TC&I for issuance of appropriate certifications; develop innovative programs for the social welfare of the FSM seafarers; performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATON REQUIREMENTS:
Graduation form an accredited College or University with a degree in Naval Architecture, Marine engineering, maritime safety administration or related fields plus five (5) years of work experiences.

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