Chief Meteorologist Jobs

Explore Chief Meteorologist opportunities for experienced weather professionals ready to lead forecasting teams, guide coverage, and communicate critical weather information. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles across broadcast media, government, research, and private-sector weather organizations.

What Does a Chief Meteorologist Do?

Chief Meteorologists oversee weather operations and help ensure forecasts are accurate, timely, and useful. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing meteorologists and weather producers, reviewing forecasts and severe-weather coverage, presenting on-air or to clients, and coordinating with emergency managers and other stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers typically seek extensive forecasting experience, strong communication and leadership skills, and expertise with weather data, forecasting models, and broadcast or operational tools. Many roles require a degree in meteorology or atmospheric science; some may prefer advanced education, relevant professional certifications, or experience with a particular region or platform.

Chief Meteorologist Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation varies by employer, location, experience, and scope of responsibility. Chief Meteorologist openings on Ladders meet the site’s $100,000-and-above salary threshold. Candidates with a record of sound forecasting, effective team leadership, and clear communication may be well positioned for senior opportunities.

Find Chief Meteorologist Jobs on Ladders

Browse vetted Chief Meteorologist jobs and related senior meteorology opportunities on Ladders. Review each listing for salary, location, qualifications, and responsibilities, then tailor your application to highlight your forecasting expertise and leadership impact.

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$300K - $500K *

Lead and optimize a diverse portfolio of debt mandates, driving execution from initial offer to close. Collaborate across teams to enhance transaction velocity and deliver innovative capital solutions...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$119K - $210K *

Explore your potential by leading product marketing for the public sector. Collaborate across teams, own strategic initiatives, and drive impactful messaging, ensuring our solutions meet the unique ne...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Champion the lifecycle sustainment of hypersonic weapons systems, ensuring operational readiness and technical integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering solutions with fl...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the technical direction for gas compression projects, establishing standards and overseeing design integrity. Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and optimize performance across major gas...

Houston, TXRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$250K - $275K *

Join us to lead clinical operations for a multi-state virtual care team, ensuring high-quality, timely care. This role combines direct patient care, administrative leadership, and strategic oversight...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$92K - $128K *

Unlock potential by providing strategic leadership and technical expertise to enhance school food operations, ensuring successful implementation of sustainable, scratch-cooked meal programs across dis...

Boulder, CORemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$109K - $197K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality technical project management, collaborating with teams to enhance customer web performance and security. Drive integration efficiency and foster strong clien...

Ottawa, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving technical sales engagement in power conversion and energy storage markets. Collaborate with diverse teams to align customer needs with innovative solutions, ensuring commer...

Mesa, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Engage with local stakeholders to advance community development initiatives, ensuring alignment with data center goals. Collaborate with internal teams to optimize strategies and maintain relationship...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $218K *

Lead our sales team to drive utility software growth, ensuring strategic planning and customer-focused solutions. Foster a high-performance culture while partnering with cross-functional teams to mode...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $140K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and governance of structured exam content. Drive standards compliance and metadata alignment across assessment systems, ensuring seamless integration and functio...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Elevate safety standards by leading a comprehensive safety strategy, fostering a proactive culture, and driving continuous improvement across multi-site operations while ensuring compliance with indus...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by driving strategic business development in the South-Central Division, focusing on client relationships and sales performance to achieve ambitious revenue targets and enhance market...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$192K - $256K *

Oversee high-impact initiatives driving productivity gains in Sales and CS. Blend strategic thinking with hands-on leadership to ensure effective execution of cross-functional programs aligned with AG...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

Lead the charge in ensuring quality assurance for Field Engineering projects, acting as the key liaison among internal teams and customers. Oversee inspections, audits, and corrective actions to meet...

Virginia, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

Lead the charge in deploying and managing complex network installations, ensuring quality control and effective project execution while collaborating with internal teams and subcontractors to meet ope...

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2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$103K - $138K *

Engineer and oversee site implementations, ensuring quality control and effective project management for network installations. Collaborate with teams to troubleshoot and maintain operational standard...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate your career by leading mechanical system upgrades in data centers. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive project success, manage risks, and optimize processes while ensuring alignment wit...

Oregon City, ORRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $160K *

Lead governance initiatives in a multi-cloud environment, managing a team to secure and optimize cloud operations. Oversee compliance, develop policies, and optimize costs while ensuring alignment wit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $172K *

Tackle operational challenges by leading large-scale project management initiatives, driving efficiency, and fostering client relationships to optimize growth and sustainability in critical infrastruc...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading executive searches for city managers. Collaborate with municipal leaders to identify top talent, manage the recruitment process, and ensure alignment with community pr...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $235K *

Transform global enterprise customer relationships by driving EHS/ESG success through consultative account management, strategic growth initiatives, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to de...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $142K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by transforming HR data into strategic insights. Leverage analytical skills and tools to enhance workforce performance and support HR initiatives, ensuring data acc...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K - $185K *

Champion growth and customer marketing by leading a dynamic team to drive full-funnel strategies, optimize campaigns, and leverage AI tools for enhanced performance and insights. Shape the future of m...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the sales cycle to drive growth in large enterprise accounts, leveraging local market expertise and CISO relationships. Engage in technical evaluations and secure multi-year agreements while...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Meteorologist do?question toggle

    A Chief Meteorologist leads weather forecasting and coverage, manages or mentors meteorology staff, reviews forecasts, and communicates weather risks to audiences, clients, or organizational partners.

  • How much do Chief Meteorologists earn?question toggle

    Pay depends on experience, location, employer, and role scope. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so listings in this category meet that salary threshold.

  • What qualifications are needed for a Chief Meteorologist job?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for a background in meteorology or atmospheric science, substantial forecasting experience, leadership ability, and strong communication skills. Specific education, certification, and technology requirements vary by position.

  • Where do Chief Meteorologists work?question toggle

    Chief Meteorologists may work for television and media organizations, government agencies, weather services, research institutions, or private companies that rely on weather intelligence.

  • How can I find Chief Meteorologist jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Chief Meteorologist openings and review each listing’s compensation, location, and qualifications. Ladders specializes in vetted professional opportunities with salaries of at least $100,000.