Chief Meteorologist: Lead Weather Team & Severe Weather

Tegna; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Teladoc access

Therapy sessions

Job summary

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a dynamic Chief Meteorologist to lead the weather team for the Midland-Odessa area. The role focuses on delivering daily weathercasts across TV, web, and social platforms, while driving severe weather coverage and engaging with the community.

The candidate will mentor staff, oversee schedules, and collaborate with the News Director to shape weather strategy. A strong broadcasting background and AMS certification are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in meteorology; AMS Certification.
• Minimum 3-5 years of on-air experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong communication skills (written/oral).
• Ability to work under pressure while meeting daily assigned deadlines.
• Applicable knowledge of multiplatform newsgathering tools and resources.
• Fluent with social media platforms and social management tools, including Facebook, X, Instagram and YouTube.

Responsibilities

• Works with the News Director to create and implement strategic direction for weather coverage.
• Builds and delivers daily engaging weathercasts for on-air and digital audiences.
• Supervises the weather team, including all schedules.
• Interacts live with fans and the audience on multiple platforms, especially during severe or inconvenient weather.
• Assists News Director with recruiting and hiring for the weather team.
• Coaches and mentors weather team with regular feedback.
• Works with the News Director and News Managers to develop plans for severe weather coverage.
• Pitches and creates original weather content for all platforms.
• Leads coordination and implementation of technological advances related to graphics.
• Participates in community outreach efforts including live shots and station appearances as required.

Skills

Leadership experience

Broadcast meteorology

Communications skills

Multiplatform journalism tools

Social media proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in meteorology

AMS Certification

Job description

TEGNA Inc. is seeking a dynamic Chief Meteorologist to lead the weather team for the Midland-Odessa area. The role focuses on delivering daily weathercasts across TV, web, and social platforms, while driving severe weather coverage and engaging with the community.

The candidate will mentor staff, oversee schedules, and collaborate with the News Director to shape weather strategy. A strong broadcasting background and AMS certification are essential.