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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$195K - $244K *

Drive the execution of multi-billion-dollar projects, ensuring alignment with LIRR's strategic goals. Oversee construction, manage stakeholder relationships, and lead teams to deliver on time and with...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$96K - $166K *

Transform the future of cloud infrastructure by ensuring optimal performance of critical systems. Lead maintenance operations, train teams, and enhance safety protocols to support seamless data center...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$80K - $95K *

Join our team as a Geophysicist, where you'll tackle complex subsurface investigations, lead project phases, mentor junior staff, and contribute to vital infrastructure projects. Bring your expertise...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Explore transformative geophysical technologies to guide infrastructure and environmental projects. Lead teams in surveying, data analysis, and proposal development, ensuring quality and safety throug...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$80K - $95K *

Engineer cutting-edge geophysical investigations, analyzing subsurface conditions for essential infrastructure projects while mentoring junior team members and ensuring project quality...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $103K *

Unlock your potential by leading analytical operations, enhancing program efficiency, and fostering collaboration across departments. Drive improvements in budget management, compliance, and staff dev...

1 week ago

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

$77K - $103K *

Champion organizational efficiency by leading analytical operations, enhancing program effectiveness, and fostering collaboration across departments. Drive budget development, compliance, and staff tr...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance asset reliability and maintenance standards across multiple manufacturing sites, driving continuous improvement and optimizing lifecycle costs through effective r...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's transforming strategic priorities into actionable plans. As Chief of Staff, you'll partner with leadership to enhance decision-making, streamline operations, and drive cross-functio...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Join us to lead innovative evaluations in healthcare, driving quality and access improvements through rigorous research and strategic project management. Collaborate with a diverse team to shape impac...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Champion innovative healthcare research by leading complex evaluations and business development initiatives, fostering collaboration among diverse experts to enhance Medicare and Medicaid services and...

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

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading complex evaluations and business development initiatives for Medicare models, driving strategic growth and fostering collaboration among diverse teams to enha...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform healthcare research by leading evaluations for Medicare models. Drive business development, manage complex projects, and provide technical expertise while fostering a diverse team environmen...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful healthcare research by leading evaluations and business development for CMS initiatives. Collaborate with a diverse team to enhance quality, access, and cost-effectiveness in health se...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in advancing healthcare research by managing complex evaluations, fostering client relationships, and driving strategic growth initiatives within a collaborative team of experts dedica...

2 weeks ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Optimize SEO strategies and content management for multiple brand websites. This senior role requires hands-on execution of SEO initiatives, technical audits, and collaboration with cross-functional t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$238K - $298K *

Shape your career by providing executive leadership for subway operations, ensuring safe and efficient service delivery while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and customer engagement acro...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$238K - $298K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic team to enhance subway service delivery, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing operations, incident response, and strategic initiatives across the NYCT subway system...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$238K - $298K *

Champion operational excellence by leading train service delivery and incident management across the subway system. Drive strategic initiatives, enhance safety protocols, and foster a culture of conti...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$238K - $298K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional subway service by overseeing operations, incident management, and employee engagement. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance safety, efficiency, and customer...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Drive eDiscovery efforts by leading data collection, processing, and analysis. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure defensible practices and enhance technology solutions in legal matters, while ma...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $155K *

Drive impactful analytics initiatives as a key leader in systems integration and workflow automation. Lead strategic planning and foster collaboration to enhance organizational effectiveness and data...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$138K - $165K *

Unlock innovative engineering solutions as a leading authority on design strategies, driving product development and strengthening capabilities across diverse teams to resolve complex challenges and e...

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in coastal engineering projects, managing teams to assess risks, design protection measures, and deliver innovative solutions for shoreline management and flood defense in a collaborat...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$131K - $181K *

Innovate with us to enhance District-wide IT services, ensuring effective management of hardware, software, and user training while maintaining data security and operational efficiency across all depa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.