Meteorologist

TDS Telecom; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 56,800 - 92,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Generous vacation & paid sick leave

Paid parental leave

Adoption & surrogacy assistance

Employee assistance & wellness programs

Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability

TDS Service Discounts

Education Assistance

Paid volunteer time

Job summary

TDS Telecom is seeking a Meteorologist in Bend, Oregon. You will deliver weather forecasts on-air and online, utilizing your scientific background. Responsibilities include keeping information current, generating graphics, and tracking major weather events.

This role requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and at least 1 year of professional meteorology. Benefits include medical, dental, vision coverage, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of professional meteorology experience.
• On-air experience preferred.
• Certified Broadcast Meteorologist from the American Meteorological Society preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver weather forecasts from the studio, in the field, or at community events.
• Maintain website to keep weather information relevant.
• Track current weather and ensure newsroom staff is aware of major weather events.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to cover severe weather events

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

4+ years professional work experience

Job description

Meteorologist

Location: Bend, Oregon

Job ID: 2026-29510

Company: Zolo Broadcasting

Pay Range: $56,800.00 - $92,300.00

Overview

At TDS Telecom, connecting people is at the heart of everything we do. We are forward thinkers who leverage cutting‑edge fiber internet technology to strengthen communities. We are dedicated to excellence, which drives us to succeed together, creating a better world through meaningful connections.

As a Meteorologist, you will present weather information in a relevant and conversational manner for the viewers in Central Oregon, on‑air and online. This position utilizes scientific background and tools to deliver daily weather forecasts. The individual will report the weather live from a variety of locations including in studio and the field. You will be responsible for keeping weather information current and accessible to viewers, which includes forecasts, warnings, severe weather alerts, and generating graphics and maps using weather system tools across all platforms.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 3:00 PM-11:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Utilizes scientific background and tools to deliver weather forecasts from the studio, in the field, or at community events.
• Maintains website to keep weather information relevant and current. Publishes forecasts, warnings, weather alerts, and generates graphics and maps using weather system tools.
• Works with producers, assignment desk and managers to track current weather and ensure newsroom staff is aware of major weather events.
• Participates in community activities as a representative of the organization.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) or 4+ years professional work experience.
• At least 1 year of professional meteorology experience.

Other Qualifications

• On‑air experience preferred.
• Certified Broadcast Meteorologist from the American Meteorological Society preferred.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to cover severe weather events.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Generous vacation & paid sick leave
• Seven paid national holidays & one floating holiday
• Paid parental leave (6 weeks after 12 months of employment)
• Adoption & surrogacy assistance
• Employee assistance & wellness programs
• Short‑Term & Long‑Term disability (for 30+ hours per week)
• TDS Service Discounts (for 30+ hours per week)
• Education Assistance (for 30+ hours per week)
• Paid volunteer time (for 30+ hours per week)

Equal Employment Opportunity

At TDS, we are committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and value the diversity of our workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Pay Transparency

The listed pay range reflects the minimum and maximum base salary. Actual offers will be based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, location, and role‑specific competencies. Some positions may also offer additional compensation, such as bonuses or equity awards.

Pay Range

$56,800.00/Yr. - $92,300.00/Yr.