Chief Meteorologist Jobs

A Chief Meteorologist, also known as a Meteorology Manager, plays an integral role in news agencies, weather stations, and other organizations dependent on weather forecasting. They are responsible for predicting weather changes, supervising meteorological data collection, and communicating complex weather information clearly to a broad audience.

Job Requirements

Chief Meteorologists generally require a Bachelor's or Master's degree in meteorology or a related field, significant experience in weather forecasting, and strong skills in communication and leadership.

Job Roles and Responsibilities

Responsibilities of a Chief Meteorologist include interpreting weather data, preparing weather forecasts, presenting weather reports, and managing a team of meteorologists.

Why Pursue a Chief Meteorologist Career?

A career as a Chief Meteorologist can be challenging and rewarding for those with a passion for weather and the ability to interpret and communicate detailed meteorological data. It offers the opportunity to play a crucial role in public safety and decision-making processes.

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$110K - $125K *

Lead complex civil engineering projects, ensuring successful planning, design, and delivery across diverse sectors. Collaborate with clients and mentor teams while maintaining quality standards and ad...

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

$110K - $125K *

Champion civil engineering excellence by leading diverse projects across the U.S., from planning through delivery, while ensuring technical integrity, client satisfaction, and regulatory compliance wi...

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

$113K - $128K *

Explore your career by leading environmental performance testing strategies in a high-hazard nuclear facility. Collaborate with diverse teams to develop innovative solutions and ensure regulatory comp...

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  •   15+ years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of power delivery by leading a dynamic substation team, enhancing client relationships, and driving project success through strategic oversight, collaboration, and innovative solution...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and asset management. As a leader in engineering, you'll drive reliability maintenance, ensure 100% uptime, and foster a safe work environment th...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $230K *

Join a vibrant team to elevate delivery excellence and operational performance across the enterprise, driving governance and continuous improvement while enhancing customer satisfaction and organizati...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of rainfall enhancement technology by leading atmospheric science efforts, bridging scientific validation with deployment. Drive a high-impact team and innovative modeling solutions i...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Lead the successful execution of construction projects, ensuring safety, budget adherence, and quality. Provide hands-on leadership, coordinate resources, and solve field challenges, all while fosteri...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's focused on designing and maintaining reliable IT systems and infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance across network, server, and telecom environments while providing exceptiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$108K - $150K *

Join a team that leads the efficient operation of wastewater treatment facilities. This role combines hands-on operations with staff guidance, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic leadership and operational excellence for a public media network, enhancing educational services and community engagement while ensuring compliance and sustainable growth in a dynamic...

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

$95K - $115K *

Deliver comprehensive commissioning oversight by managing project activities, coordinating schedules, and ensuring budget adherence while collaborating with clients and contractors to guarantee succes...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in managing commissioning activities, bridging client relations and project execution while ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules across diverse engineering sectors...

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape your career with us! Lead operations of production sections, manage teams, ensure quality, and engage with clients while driving profitability and innovation in a dynamic environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental compliance and project management, overseeing assessments and remediation efforts for diverse clients. Balance office and field work while mentoring junio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Engage as a hands-on Project Manager overseeing environmental programs, ensuring project quality and compliance while effectively leading multi-disciplinary teams in various assessments and remediatio...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Shape your career by managing diverse environmental projects across southern California. As a key leader, you will oversee program compliance, engage clients, mentor staff, and ensure successful deliv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in shaping security and infrastructure protection strategies for federal and public-sector clients, managing multidisciplinary teams to enhance organizational resilience and support mi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence as the Chief Pilot, ensuring adherence to FAA standards while leading pilot training and safety culture initiatives across diverse mission profiles and bases. Advocate for...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in shaping the future of aviation education while overseeing strategic growth, faculty management, and industry partnerships within a dynamic college environment, ensuring high standar...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality lab operations, fostering a culture of safety and compliance, and driving innovative solutions while managing people, processes, and profitability in a dynam...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by leading hydrologic innovation and operational forecasting. As a senior technical authority, you'll bridge research and practice while mentoring junior staff and directing data a...

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

$105K *

Lead the charge in the strategic development and management of Chapter programs, fundraising, and volunteer engagement to enhance conservation efforts and drive change in the community. Partner closel...

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

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in building and overseeing global compliance, ethics, and risk programs. Design a scalable strategy to support growth while ensuring adherence to regulatory standards and managing fina...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Shape compliance strategies and frameworks in a growing, dynamic organization. Lead risk management, regulatory governance, and ethics programs while ensuring operational excellence in financial servi...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Chief Meteorologist do?question toggle

    A Chief Meteorologist interprets weather data, prepares forecasts, presents weather reports, and manages a team of meteorologists.

  • What educational background is required for a Chief Meteorologist role?question toggle

    Chief Meteorologists generally require a Bachelor's or Master's degree in meteorology or a related field, along with significant experience in weather forecasting.

  • Why should I consider a career as a Chief Meteorologist?question toggle

    A career as a Chief Meteorologist is both challenging and rewarding. It allows individuals to combine their passion for meteorology with a leadership role, contributing significantly to public safety and decision-making processes.