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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$117K - $152K *

Lead the charge in transforming city operations by managing complex projects, budgets, and programs. Collaborate across departments to enhance community initiatives and streamline processes, ensuring...

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

$103K - $191K *

Lead the charge in facility operations management, ensuring efficiency and reliability of critical building systems while directly overseeing a 24/7 team, engaging with customers, and coordinating mai...

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

$102K - $104K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic engineering team to ensure the safe and efficient operation of building systems. Drive maintenance excellence and implement best practices for optimal performa...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Manage complex engineering design projects, ensuring quality and timeliness while leading a skilled team, developing client relationships, and driving business growth for optimal success and client sa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$70K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to design, analyze, and test cutting-edge spacecraft. Leverage your engineering expertise to advance innovative technology while collaborating across systems and stages from concep...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$50K - $120K *

Drive success by leveraging innovative tools to build relationships and manage a sales pipeline. Collaborate with clients to deliver tailored advertising solutions while exceeding revenue goals in a d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Elevate production quality by managing pre-production and daily operations for assigned shows. Collaborate with producers to ensure seamless content flow and oversee all aspects of studio and segment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$179K - $211K *

Transform your career by leading civil engineering projects that shape the future of infrastructure. Drive technical excellence, mentor talent, and manage multidisciplinary teams in a dynamic EPC/EPCM...

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

$95K - $122K *

Engage in hydrologic and hydraulic solutions, leading project teams in design and management of complex water infrastructure projects. Build client relationships and oversee comprehensive project deli...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Join our team to oversee the creation, analysis, and maintenance of GIS data for efficient planning and construction of fiber and HFC networks, supporting internal requests and ensuring data accuracy...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Champion the creation and analysis of digital mapping data using GIS, supporting fiber and HFC network planning and construction. Contribute to projects through data maintenance, technical assistance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$110K *

Join a dynamic team as a Senior Technical Services Analyst, leveraging your data expertise to deliver complex data migration projects for diverse clients. Drive efficiency through automation and desig...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $265K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of emergency services by providing strategic direction and executive leadership for a vital public safety organization, ensuring operational excellence and commun...

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

$319K - $439K *

Deliver strategic leadership and operational excellence across multiple functions, ensuring alignment with laboratory goals and compliance with DOE directives while fostering collaboration and perform...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in enhancing national emergency preparedness and response. Oversee the FTA's Emergency Management Program, ensuring compliance with federal policies while coordinating safety and intel...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee the Emergency Preparedness and Response Program, ensuring compliance with federal policies. Collaborate with various agencies to enhance safety and security measures while leading c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$152K - $236K *

Drive market operations and asset management, ensuring operational readiness and performance monitoring while leading a team to resolve complex issues in a fast-paced environment...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$160K - $220K *

Lead the charge in global data center operations, overseeing infrastructure deployment and lifecycle management. Drive program excellence, vendor coordination, and operational readiness to ensure high...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $87K *

Empower storytelling by reporting live on breaking news and developing stories. Collaborate with a dynamic team to produce engaging content across multiple platforms, ensuring timely and accurate cove...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$72K - $100K *

Drive the production and publishing of high-quality podcasts, managing workflows, technical setups, and content optimization to enhance audience engagement and growth across multiple platforms...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $100K *

Unlock potential by managing podcast production workflows, ensuring high-quality audio/video capture, and optimizing content for distribution across platforms. Collaborate with hosts and guests to del...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$72K - $100K *

Support our dynamic podcast production by managing workflows, ensuring high-quality audio/video, and optimizing content for distribution. Collaborate with hosts and guests to deliver engaging episodes...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Champion water resources initiatives by leading client engagements, driving project excellence, and mentoring multidisciplinary teams. This role emphasizes strategic growth and technical oversight in...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring cybersecurity compliance for mission-critical operations. Leverage your expertise to lead compliance activities, support inspections, and develop policies that...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic leadership in precision agriculture and digital solutions, enhancing agronomy services and operational efficiency. Collaborate with teams to implement technology strategies that delive...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business 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.