Impactful Meteorologist: Hazards Forecasts & Alerts

NOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS) (DOC); Calera (AL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS) in the United States is announcing a Standing Register of Eligible Applicants for Meteorology positions across NWS sites, with an initial cut-off date of May 22, 2026. Vacancies cover multiple locations including Calera, Alabama, and other cities.

Positions are open to U.S. Citizens and include GS-5 to GS-9 levels; telework is eligible as determined by agency policy, with travel as needed and a permanent full-time appointment.

Qualifications

• Education: Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or a natural science major with required supporting coursework.
• Specialized experience: one year equivalent to GS-05; ability to monitor weather/water/climate hazards and assist forecast preparation.

Responsibilities

• Integrate forecast weather, water, and climate hazards to produce life-saving warnings and general forecasts.
• Provide IDSS products, tailored notifications, and briefings for public safety partners.
• Collect and analyze environmental data to forecast critical elements across spatial scales.
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve day-to-day WFO/NCEP operations.

Education

Meteorology/Atmospheric Science degree

Job description

NOAA Office of Human Capital Services (OHCS) in the United States is announcing a Standing Register of Eligible Applicants for Meteorology positions across NWS sites, with an initial cut-off date of May 22, 2026. Vacancies cover multiple locations including Calera, Alabama, and other cities.

Positions are open to U.S. Citizens and include GS-5 to GS-9 levels; telework is eligible as determined by agency policy, with travel as needed and a permanent full-time appointment.