Meteorologist Iii, Chief

WBOY-TV

Clarksburg, WV, United States
Not specified
Severe weather coverage
Daily forecasting
Long-range planning
WBOY-TV is seeking a Chief Meteorologist to lead their Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team in Clarksburg, WV. The ideal candidate will have strong on-air experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to community engagement, with responsibilities including severe weather coverage and team management

Job Summary

  • You will be the station’s primary on-air weather authority, setting the tone for team collaboration, community engagement, and innovation in weather presentation.
  • Manage, mentor and motivate a team of meteorologists and weather anchors, and develop and maintain weather graphics and data systems.
  • Represent WBOY at community events, school visits, and public safety initiatives, ensuring all forecasts meet the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and public trust.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

WBOY-TV is seeking a Chief Meteorologist to lead their Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team in Clarksburg, WV. The ideal candidate will have strong on-air experience, leadership skills, and a commitment to community engagement, with responsibilities including severe weather coverage and team management.

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, 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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