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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$179K - $246K *

Transform global customer service processes by leading strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing customer experience across 37 countries in a dynamic, regulated environment. Drive cont...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$179K - $211K *

Lead the charge in compliance and regulatory leadership within a dynamic futures exchange. Drive operations and support strategic regulatory goals, protecting customers through effective governance, o...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $85K *

Elevate your career by managing the 340B Drug Pricing Program, ensuring compliance and operational excellence for diverse healthcare clients. Collaborate cross-functionally while driving program integ...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $121K *

Contribute to impactful water/wastewater projects by assisting engineers with design, data analysis, and hydraulic modeling. Collaborate on feasibility studies and environmental documentation to ensur...

Santa Ana, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$130K - $140K *

Transform enterprise partnerships by leading complex sales cycles, aligning stakeholders, and driving impactful solutions for large educational organizations. Collaborate with executives to enhance op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $160K *

Accelerate your career by driving business development in the biotech sector. Build relationships, consult on data solutions, and enhance sales opportunities while collaborating with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive high-value B2B paid media strategies and growth across multiple channels while leading a team of media professionals, ensuring client success and operational excellence in performance marketing...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K *

Drive strategic financial leadership in a growing nonprofit, enhancing operational effectiveness and fostering partnerships to advance health justice initiatives across communities...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate your career by crafting compelling content that guides security teams through their buying journey. Collaborate with experts, leverage AI, and drive engagement through innovative writing and s...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Manage the full sales cycle for large enterprise accounts, driving growth and establishing key partnerships in cybersecurity and AI across the Mountain and Southwest territory, leveraging strong relat...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate sales growth by managing hardware and service functions across a designated territory. Drive project management and customer relationships to meet revenue and profitability goals while ensu...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$123K - $216K *

Champion the storytelling behind global partnerships by crafting executive narratives, presentations, and operational materials. This dynamic role offers exposure to a high-impact partner ecosystem wh...

Albany, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts, navigating complex sales cycles, and building consensus among security-focused buying committees to secure multi-year contracts in a competitive...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$240K - $310K *

Elevate your career as you lead a team of technical experts to develop innovative strategies that drive customer engagement and support business growth across diverse sectors...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $190K *

Transform the future of remote sensing by leading research and algorithm development. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance EO/IR systems, applying advanced analytics to support critical...

Dayton, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in transforming marketing operations through innovative MarTech solutions, driving student and partner success while optimizing efficiency across a multi-brand ecosystem. Own product s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading projects in hydraulic engineering for dams and levees. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams while managing complex assessments and contributing to impactful deliverable...

Blue Bell, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$147K - $274K *

Transform the future of search and information retrieval by designing and deploying large-scale systems that enhance legal, tax, and accounting content, ensuring reliable and measurable impact across...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$116K - $142K *

Empower your career by driving client success through data-driven insights, relationship building, and strategic sales. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored solutions and achieve sales targets w...

Detroit, MIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$122K - $176K *

Take ownership of operational excellence and team leadership for utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), ensuring reliability, safety, and compliance while driving asset performance and e...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of project analytics. Utilize your expertise in budgeting, cost forecasting, and collaboration to ensure project financial integrity and support Project Managers i...

Los Angeles, CARemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Lead and optimize Creator Command Centers, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction across multiple engagements while building a high-performing team and refining operational practices...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that drives strategic AMER Field Marketing initiatives, managing a skilled team to enhance pipeline growth. Lead data-driven marketing efforts across North America, LATAM, and the Public S...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $189K *

Lead the charge in developing scientific strategies to support regulatory submissions and product validations in the Americas. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and represen...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$77K - $91K *

Build and maintain systems and processes to enhance philanthropic growth, ensuring effective data management, financial planning, and operational discipline to support high-performing fundraising effo...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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.