The Government of the Federated States of Micronesia (FSM) is seeking a highly qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of Marine Archaeologist with the Office of National Archives, Culture and Historic Preservation (ONACHP), FSM National Government. This position is based in Chuuk State, Federated States of Micronesia.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:
This is a National level position. This person will work closely with the National Historic Preservation Officer and FSM Cultural Anthropologist to build capacity in the area of Archaeology and the development of a 5-year Historic Preservation Plan. Other responsibilities may include travel time within the FSM States to carry out capacity building trainings or assist State Historic Preservation Offices on pre-approved projects. There is potential for up to 25% for administrative work. With approval of the Employing Agency, professional development may take place as it supports the office and position. Official travel such as professional meetings and conferences between the FSM States and elsewhere, if approved, will be paid by the Employing Agency. While on travel to the four FSM States and their Outer Islands, the Office of NACH will be responsible for salary payment throughout the term of employment.

DUTIES& RESPONSIBLITIES:
The FSM Archaeologist will serve as the country’s technical expert on marine/archaeology and historic preservation by providing guidance and expert recommendations at both the State and National levels. All work must meet the standards of the Federated States of Micronesia Cultural Policy and State Historic Preservation Laws and the Secretary of Interior’s Standards. Additional responsibilities may include review of oral history collections, training of staff, performing fieldwork with the office(s), designing, developing and coordinating archaeological surveys, assist in establishing/updating centralized cultural resource inventories, assist in producing reports related to projects, and related archaeology duties.

The acknowledgement of NPS support, the required disclaimer statement, and the required non-discrimination statement are required in all reports, publication, public information materials, including audio and visual, and in workshop materials. All work must be conducted and all reports must e written in accordance with the applicable Secretary of the Interior’s Standard for Anthropologist and Historic Preservation. In carrying out the duties herein described compliance with all applicable U.S. Federal laws and regulations governing the Historic Preservation Fund Grant is required including compliance with the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Circulars A-87 and OMB A-102.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENT:
Graduation from a College or University with a Master of Arts or Doctorate of Philosophy in the field of Marine Archaeology, or related field, with at least two years of experience in related filed. Experience in the Pacific and Micronesia is preferred. This person should demonstrate passion and genuine interest to work in Micronesia, experience with community-based historic preservation and archaeological planning, capacity building, and professional development locally and internationally. Although English is widely spoken, local languages (Kosraean, Pohnpeian, Yapese, or Chuukese) are used for many government meetings and all community events. Applicant must be adaptable in terms of culture, isolation, and environmental conditions and must have demonstrated ability to carry out fieldwork in such conditions. Archaeologist with Marine Archaeology experience is a plus (if so, applicant should hold an active scuba diving certification (proof of dives or documentation of most recent dives), Rescue of Advanced Diver Level (or a Commercial Diver), and demonstrate s/he is medically fit to dive.

OTHER REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS:
A letter of interest and intent, Curriculum Vitae, professional writing sample, proof of underwater scuba certification, proof of Rescue of Advanced Diver Level (or a Commercial Diver), demonstrate applicant is medically fit to dive, three (3) professional references and/or recommendation letters for the applicant. Please email documents tonach@nach.gov.fm and guskohler1961@gmail.com

SALARY:
USD $65,000.00–$75,000, based on qualifications and experience and housing will be provided by the employing agency, if eligible.

To Apply: Submit resume or application by mail to the following addresses:

The Office of Personnel will be accepting application/resume from today June 18, 2026 until filled.
THE FSM AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER