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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$130K - $195K *

Accelerate advertiser impact measurement by leading incrementality studies and analytics. Collaborate cross-functionally to refine methodologies and translate insights into actionable strategies for c...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$109K - $133K *

Lead the charge in managing and optimizing enterprise virtualized infrastructure, ensuring high availability and security. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$60K - $104K *

Contribute to surveying excellence by leading field crews, mentoring junior staff, and ensuring accurate data collection for diverse construction projects. Utilize advanced survey equipment and techni...

1 week ago

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

$167K - $226K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic project engineering team, driving technical execution across complex aerospace programs, and ensuring successful delivery through effective governance and team de...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$190K - $200K *

Pioneer program management by overseeing federal IT contracts and leading teams. Drive success through strategic planning, customer engagement, and financial oversight while enhancing service delivery...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic leadership of our EMS Command Center, overseeing dispatch and communications, ensuring optimal response time, and collaborating with various departments to enhance operational effic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$72K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing groundwater management and environmental solutions. Leverage your expertise in hydrogeology to support diverse projects across Canada, from planning to regula...

Oakville, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$72K - $93K *

Support groundwater resource management and hydrogeological projects across Canada. Engage in investigations, assessments, and regulatory approvals, contributing technical expertise throughout the pro...

Guelph, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$135K - $160K *

Champion the management of complex nuclear decontamination projects, leading a multi-disciplinary team to ensure compliance with contract terms, optimize performance, and achieve project objectives th...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Unlock potential by leading complex federal remediation projects, coordinating teams, and ensuring project success through strong communication and technical expertise in construction and quality mana...

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Transform your career by managing large-scale federal remediation projects. Leverage your engineering expertise and leadership skills to drive project success, ensuring quality and safety while collab...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$200K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead and develop sales talent, drive market growth, and create innovative strategies to enhance client relationships across TV and digital platforms, ensuring your team meet...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $150K *

Elevate your career by driving the Enterprise Informatics system's implementation, training users, and ensuring data integrity across platforms. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance functionality...

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K *

Join a team dedicated to advancing satellite remote sensing. Collaborate with researchers to tackle significant projects, take ownership of computational tasks, and contribute to innovative solutions...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$96K *

Join a team that drives innovation in satellite remote sensing, collaborating on impactful research projects that enhance data retrieval and validation processes while honing your skills in quantitati...

El Segundo, CARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of impactful coastal protection projects, leveraging advanced engineering skills and collaboration with industry leaders to design resilient solutions for flood risk management and envi...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$136K - $200K *

Advance the defense innovation landscape by leading program operations, stakeholder engagement, and strategic initiatives. Drive collaboration among diverse partners to enhance technology transition a...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead and grow a regional water practice, driving strategic initiatives and delivering complex municipal projects while mentoring talent and enhancing client relationships across...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial reporting processes and supporting corporate accounting functions. You'll prepare journal entries, conduct account reconciliations, and partner with...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $95K *

Join us to lead the Aviation Maintenance Training program, enhancing outreach, marketing, and educational funding while collaborating with students and industry partners to drive enrollment and progra...

2 weeks ago

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

$85K - $100K *

Champion environmental compliance by managing hazardous waste and materials programs, ensuring adherence to regulations while supporting military operations. Collaborate on audits, data management, an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Manage air compliance strategies, ensuring regulatory adherence and operational excellence. Lead a team in emissions management and reporting while driving the clean energy transition through innovati...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$120K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to environmental compliance in complex transportation projects. Lead initiatives ensuring adherence to regulations, manage compliance programs, and collaborate with agenci...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $130K *

Transform environmental compliance in complex transportation projects. Lead initiatives ensuring adherence to regulations, manage risks, and collaborate with agencies and contractors to deliver sustai...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$73K - $105K *

Transform groundwater projects by collaborating with experts, managing tasks, and utilizing innovative solutions. Bring creativity and problem-solving skills to support diverse technical work while en...

4 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.