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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$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic growth in the Aftermarket Parts product family, leading development, market differentiation, and sustainable strategies within the Flow Control Division while collaborating with global...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automotive insights by leading strategic research and client relationships across U.S. and Canadian markets. Elevate deliverables and drive innovation while me...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing a large-scale FHWA communications program, ensuring effective contract leadership, quality management, and stakeholder engagement across a multidisciplinary team to deliver...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$92K - $166K *

Elevate your career by managing a dynamic engineering team to design electric distribution systems, ensuring high-quality project deliverables while fostering client relationships and team collaborati...

Framingham, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$92K - $166K *

Empower engineering teams to excel in electric utility projects nationwide while optimizing project performance through strategic leadership and client collaboration. Drive business growth by managing...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of energy through advanced power system modeling and compliance assessments. Collaborate with a dynamic team to conduct studies, ensure project quality, and drive...

Austin, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise data into valuable insights while leading AI-powered product strategies. Drive cross-functional collaboration to deliver secure, innovative, and measurable data capabilities that...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $189K *

Analyze market opportunities and build strong client relationships to drive revenue growth. Leverage expertise in freight forwarding to execute strategic business plans and meet sales quotas while col...

Hayward, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$215K - $250K *

Pioneer your career by leading a dynamic sales team focused on Labor and Public Sector markets. Drive growth, mentor talent, and execute strategic initiatives to exceed revenue goals while building im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Lead customer engagement and service delivery in cloud and compliance projects. Manage project lifecycles, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while main...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$180K - $220K *

Transform a global brand and communications strategy with innovative AI insights. Lead integrated narratives that build trust, drive market growth, and enhance corporate reputation across diverse audi...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion advanced mathematical modelling by leading a high-performing team, driving innovation, and solving complex supply chain challenges through optimization, AI/ML, and decision science to shape b...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $225K *

Lead the charge in mentoring a high-performing software development team, driving technical vision and process improvements while ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering collaborati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Empower innovation by leading the data and ML strategy, driving product outcomes through analytics and machine learning, and building a high-impact team in a growth-oriented tech environment...

Ventura, CARemote

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

$180K - $200K *

Champion commercial manufacturing excellence by leading technical operations, ensuring on-time delivery of drug products and APIs, and collaborating with regulatory teams to meet compliance and perfor...

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3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $168K *

Pioneer the evolution of enterprise security operations by optimizing SIEM capabilities, enhancing detection processes, and implementing AI-driven solutions to improve efficiency and response times ac...

Virginia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Advance our network architecture by designing resilient, scalable solutions across core networks and VPN services. Lead automation and AI initiatives to enhance performance, reliability, and operation...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$87K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to managing external audits for Risk Adjustment processes. Oversee audit deliverables, collaborate with stakeholders, and ensure compliance while driving continuous improv...

Missouri, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and optimize fund administration, ensuring compliance and operational efficiency. Drive strategic growth and enhance team capabilities while fostering collaboration across...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$350K - $425K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives in SLED Accounts, managing a high-performing team to exceed quotas and foster executive relationships. Collaborate across departments to deliver winning proposals and...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$72K - $90K *

Drive sales growth and market share by managing principal relationships, optimizing strategies, and collaborating with teams to achieve business objectives while ensuring profitability and effective c...

Baltimore, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of media insights by leading commercial strategy and sales efforts in the Mid-Market & SMB segments. Drive revenue growth, build strategic partnerships, and transform sales approaches...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$170K - $175K *

Drive the growth and operational excellence of a national mobile maintenance business, ensuring high-quality service delivery and effective team management across multiple markets while optimizing fin...

Charlotte, NCRemote

2 days ago

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

$192K - $303K *

Empower innovation as you lead the strategy and development of core platform primitives, driving the future of agentic systems and ensuring product teams can rapidly create and deploy advanced agents...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in shaping a robust global talent pipeline through strategic university partnerships and innovative early talent programs. Collaborate closely with leaders to build a sustainable futur...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.