Senior Meteorologist & Shift Leader – WFO Forecasting

USA Jobs; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation expenses possible

Job summary

NOAA's Weather Forecast Office seeks a Lead Meteorologist to supervise shift operations, ensuring timely and accurate warnings and forecasts for the public. You will interpret radar and satellite data, produce watches and advisories, and brief partner agencies in emergencies.

The role requires coordinating with FAA, FEMA, and other agencies, while managing staff and overtime as needed. Candidates must meet federal qualifications and education requirements.

Qualifications

• Degree in meteorology or atmospheric science with core meteorology coursework.
• Six semester hours of atmospheric dynamics and thermodynamics; six in synoptic/mesoscale weather analysis.
• Three semester hours of physical meteorology; two semester hours of remote sensing/instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Serve as shift leader ensuring quality and timeliness of all forecast and service products, warnings, and advisories.
• Interpret Doppler radar data and satellite imagery for forecast preparation and briefings.
• Coordinate with federal, state, and local agencies on emergency actions based on forecasts and watches.
• Handle general office administrative tasks, including staffing and leave approvals.

Education

Meteorology degree

Job description

NOAA's Weather Forecast Office seeks a Lead Meteorologist to supervise shift operations, ensuring timely and accurate warnings and forecasts for the public. You will interpret radar and satellite data, produce watches and advisories, and brief partner agencies in emergencies.

The role requires coordinating with FAA, FEMA, and other agencies, while managing staff and overtime as needed. Candidates must meet federal qualifications and education requirements.