Meteorologist

Job Summary

Anchors weathercasts and can handle continuous severe weather coverage in the heart of Tornado Alley.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities

• Forescasts and prepares weather products across all platforms, including television and digital platforms
• Anchors weathercasts on KSN and affiliated newscasts
• Anchors severe weather coverage and produces special content as required for severe weather
• Actively develops content for social media, podcasts and other digital platforms to inform and engage viewers and grow audience
• Plays an active and visible role in the community

Specialized Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Rock solid forecasting skill and love of meteorology
• Outstanding real time Dual Pol Doppler Radar interpretation skills
• Dynamic, personable, genuine on-air performance skills
• Knowledge and grasp of the fast-changing world of digital world and delivering weather content across multiple platforms
• Excellent people skills to ensure smooth and productive working relationships both internally and externally
• Positive leadership skills to create and maintain cohesive weather team
• Fluent in English, Bilingual (Spanish) a plus

Requirements

• BS in Meteorology or equivalent required
• Transcripts will be required
• AMS/CBM and/or NWA Seal required or the ability to obtain your seal both preferred
• Minimum of two years of professional broadcast meteorology experience required

Work Environment/Mental/Physical Requirements

• This position requires the occasional lifting of objects up to 50 pounds
• Work may be conducted in extreme outdoor weather conditions
• Position requires long hours, work on weekends, evenings and holidays
• High stress environment with deadline pressures
• Some travel may be required

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