Lead Meteorologist & Severe Weather Strategist

American Meteorological Society; Midland (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

TEGNA’s KWES/News West 9 in Midland-Odessa seeks a Chief Meteorologist to lead a weather team, oversee forecasting graphics, and report across television, mobile, and social media. The role emphasizes mentorship, innovation in weather storytelling and strong community engagement.

The ideal candidate has a meteorology degree, AMS certification, 3–5 years on-air leadership and proficient use of multiplatform news tools, plus fluency with major social platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in meteorology and AMS Certification.
• 3-5 years of on-air experience.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with multiplatform news gathering tools.
• Fluent with social media platforms (Facebook, X, Instagram, YouTube).

Responsibilities

• Creates and implements strategic weather coverage directions with News Director.
• Delivers engaging daily weather broadcasts for on-air and digital audiences.
• Supervises the weather team and scheduling.
• Interacts with audience during severe weather on multiple platforms.
• Assists in recruiting and hiring for the weather team.
• Coaches and mentors weather staff with regular feedback.
• Plans severe weather coverage with News Director and managers.
• Pitches and creates original weather content for all platforms.

Skills

Leadership

On-air experience

Communication

Multiplatform news gathering

Education

Bachelor's degree in meteorology

AMS Certification

Tools

Social media tools

Job description

TEGNA’s KWES/News West 9 in Midland-Odessa seeks a Chief Meteorologist to lead a weather team, oversee forecasting graphics, and report across television, mobile, and social media. The role emphasizes mentorship, innovation in weather storytelling and strong community engagement.

The ideal candidate has a meteorology degree, AMS certification, 3–5 years on-air leadership and proficient use of multiplatform news tools, plus fluency with major social platforms.