Lead Meteorologist - 24/7 Forecast & Warnings (Telework)

National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration; Monterey (CA); Remote; USD 106,000 - 173,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

NOAA is seeking a Lead Meteorologist within the National Weather Service, Weather Forecast Office, to lead shift operations across 24/7 coverage, ensuring timely forecasts, warnings, and advisories for the local area.

You will interpret Doppler radar data and satellite imagery, coordinate with FAA, FEMA and other agencies, manage staff on shift, and handle administrative duties. This federal position requires rotating shifts and may involve extended hours during severe weather.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the shift leader responsible for quality and timeliness of all National Weather Service (NWS) forecast and service products, warnings, and advisories prepared and issued by the Weather Forecast Office (WFO).
• Conduct weather watches, which involve interpretation of Doppler radar data, satellite imagery, and the analysis of other hydrometeorological data for the preparation of all WFO warning, forecast and service products, including individual briefings.
• Serve as the primary contact for other Federal, state, and local agencies such as the FAA, FEMA, and emergency management and law enforcement officials, over matters involving the initiation and implementation of immediate or emergency public health and safety measures based on NWS forecasts, warnings and watches.
• Handle general office administrative matters which may occur on shift, including augmenting staff and approving overtime and leave.

Job description

NOAA is seeking a Lead Meteorologist within the National Weather Service, Weather Forecast Office, to lead shift operations across 24/7 coverage, ensuring timely forecasts, warnings, and advisories for the local area.

You will interpret Doppler radar data and satellite imagery, coordinate with FAA, FEMA and other agencies, manage staff on shift, and handle administrative duties. This federal position requires rotating shifts and may involve extended hours during severe weather.