On-Call Meteorologist: Dynamic Weather Forecaster

American Meteorological Society; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

KSBW-TV is seeking an on-call meteorologist who is high energy, skilled, and can tell a relatable weather story. The role emphasizes accurate forecasting, safety messaging during severe weather, and the ability to translate radar data into clear, viewer-friendly segments.

You will present on TV, for radio partners, and across digital platforms, deploy to field locations during events, gather information, and summarize findings for broadcast with calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology or related field.
• CBM and AMS seal preferred.
• Experience handling breaking news and severe weather on-air.

Responsibilities

• Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.
• Provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather events.
• Provide content on TV, for radio partners, and on digital platforms.
• Tell an intriguing weather story using all available technology and tools.
• Deploy to the field during weather events.
• Gather information and summarize it clearly for broadcast.

Skills

On-air experience

Forecasting

Radar interpretation

Live field reporting

Storytelling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Weather systems knowledge

Severe weather coverage

Education

Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or related field

CBM and AMS seal preferred

Tools

WSI graphics

Job description

KSBW-TV is seeking an on-call meteorologist who is high energy, skilled, and can tell a relatable weather story. The role emphasizes accurate forecasting, safety messaging during severe weather, and the ability to translate radar data into clear, viewer-friendly segments.

You will present on TV, for radio partners, and across digital platforms, deploy to field locations during events, gather information, and summarize findings for broadcast with calm under pressure.