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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$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

$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...

3 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...

3 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...

4 weeks 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

$75K - $90K *

Shape the future of autonomous vehicle operations by leading a team in troubleshooting and maintaining our robotaxi fleet. Collaborate across departments to ensure safety, efficiency, and high standar...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $145K *

Strategize enterprise risk management initiatives by conducting assessments, enhancing frameworks, and coordinating activities across global units to support effective risk evaluation and mitigation e...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$159K - $238K *

Oversee quality management processes, ensuring compliance with standards and specifications. Lead a team of inspectors, develop training programs, and implement quality plans to achieve project goals...

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $210K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic leader overseeing IT functions, driving innovation, and ensuring cybersecurity in a mission-critical environment. Collaborate with executives to enhance operationa...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in accurate revenue recognition and month-end close for a dynamic software business, focusing on ASC 606 compliance and services revenue analysis while collaborating across teams to en...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $161K *

Join a dynamic team to manage FOIA requests, ensuring compliance with regulations while coordinating complex case processing and documentation. Leverage your expertise to support transparency and upho...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Manage and oversee health physics functions, ensuring compliance with regulations and providing technical expertise for radiation protection programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to evaluate data, t...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Advance civil engineering excellence by delivering innovative solutions, guiding teams, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards to achieve successful project outcomes while fostering strong...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Lead the digital content team to create engaging, timely news across platforms. Oversee production, manage breaking news, and foster a collaborative environment while ensuring high journalistic standa...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $130K *

Lead and mentor a dynamic team in construction management, ensuring project quality and compliance while driving business development and fostering professional growth within a collaborative environme...

3 weeks ago

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

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.