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 Food Inspector
PL-32/1
$706.22 /W + $40.00 Cola = $746.22B/W

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 Health & Social Affairs
FSM National Government
Pohnpei, FM 96941

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Enforce requirements of the National Food Safety Act (PL-7-116) and DHS Regulation; enter any port to examine and take samples of the articles, examine anything which is capable of being used for such preparation, packaging, storage, sale or conveyance; detain and search any vehicle at any port of entry which is conveying any commercial food articles, and examine and take samples of any such articles; perform routine inspection of food facilities engage in receiving, storing, and preparation of food and food products for commercial imports and exports; investigate food complaints ranging from routine safety and quality problems to complex microbiological or chemical contamination problems; collect evidence of contravention of the National Food Safety Act and DHS Regulations, by collecting samples of suspected of food, obtaining statements from witness and preparing reports of such contravention; act as witness in support of the charges against offenders of National Food Safety Act and DHS Regulations and/or  forma administrative proceeding, examines any books, accounts documents or other records that could contain any relevant information about articles in accordance with the National Food Safety Act and DHS; assist in developing and implementing training programs in Sanitations Management and Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) for the food industry; assist state educate food handlers, student and community people hygienic practices and food labels; assists State Environmental Health conduct food inspections and food recall; and perform other duties as assigned by the immediate Supervisor or Secretary of the Department of Health and Social Affairs.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate from college or university with Associate in Arts or Bachelor of Arts degree with a concentration in Food Science or Health related field, and at least two (2) years of work experiences in food safety, sanitation, or other 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