Meteorologist Iii, Chief

WBOY-TV

North Central West Virginia, US
Oversee weather team
Severe weather coverage
Daily forecasting
You will oversee the Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team, guiding severe weather coverage, daily forecasting, and long-range planning

Job Summary

  • You will oversee the Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team, guiding severe weather coverage, daily forecasting, and long-range planning.
  • You’ll be the station’s primary on-air weather authority, setting the tone for team collaboration, community engagement, and innovation in weather presentation.
  • WBOY is the trusted local news source for North Central West Virginia, including Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Fairmont, and surrounding areas.

Matching Summary

You will oversee the Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team, guiding severe weather coverage, daily forecasting, and long-range planning.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • oversee weather team
  • severe weather coverage
  • daily forecasting
  • long-range planning
  • on-air weather authority
  • community engagement
  • weather graphics and data systems

Nice-to-have

  • innovation in weather presentation
  • teamwork, integrity, and innovation

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related field
  • AMS and/or NWA Seal preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of on-air meteorology experience
  • At least 1 year in a leadership or senior role
  • Knowledge of all NOAA products
  • Proven expertise in severe weather coverage
  • Strong digital and social media skills
  • Available for breaking weather situations

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