Meteorologist Iii, Chief

WBOY-TV

Clarksburg, WV, United States
Severe weather coverage
Daily forecasting
Long-range planning
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.
  • As part of the Nexstar Media Group, we offer a strong platform for professional growth in a newsroom that values teamwork, integrity, and innovation.

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

  • severe weather coverage
  • daily forecasting
  • long-range planning
  • on-air weather authority
  • weather graphics and data systems
  • viewer engagement across platforms

Nice-to-have

  • team collaboration
  • community engagement
  • innovation in weather presentation
  • professional growth
  • high quality of life

Key Requirements

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

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