Chief Meteorologist

Job Description

Chief Meteorologist - KVLY

Gray Television is a leading media company that owns and operates high-quality stations in 113 television markets that collectively reach 36 percent of US television households.

We constantly strive for excellence. Through upgrading to the latest technology and seeking new ways to stay on top in our markets, we focus on training and development of the best and brightest employees in the business.

About KVLY:

We are a company that is dedicated to producing quality news in a vibrant, fun college-town environment with incredible outdoor activities. KVLY is part of Gray Television which currently holds stations in dozens of markets across the US. We are also the only television station in the Fargo market with a bureau in Washington DC staffed around the clock. Beyond our #1 position in broadcast, our digital presence is market-leading with a social media footprint that dwarfs our closest competition.

Job Summary/Description:

Valley News Live is seeking a dynamic Chief Meteorologist. Are you a born leader? We're looking for someone to help guide our First Alert Storm team and take us to the next level. The ideal candidate has a knack for communication, a passion for meteorology, and speaks the social media language. This position is not for someone who wants to sit around and wait for the weather to happen. The successful candidate must be organized, driven, creative, and an active content creator. We are looking for a top-notch meteorologist who can lead our team, tell great weather stories, keep people safe, and be ahead of the curve.

Duties/Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
- Be a strong communicator on air, in person, and online
- Be well-versed in the latest weather technology
- Be an accurate forecaster
- Be able to coach other meteorologists
- Be passionate about community events and involvement
- Be consistent and creative with digital weather content
- Deliver forecasts from studio or other live location
- Write clearly and concisely
- Create clear, accurate graphics
- Love weather

Qualifications/Requirements:
* 10-year minimum of television weather experience
* Knowledge of MAX weather system preferable
* Degree in meteorology from an accredited school or program
* Driver's license and acceptable driving record

If you feel you're qualified and want to work with a great group of people go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopenings, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on ''apply now'', upload your resume, cover letter and references

(Current employees who are interested in this position can apply through the Gray-TV UltiPro self-service portal)

KVLY-TV/Gray Television, Inc. is a drug-free company

Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.

Jobcode: Reference SBJ-r75n98-3-145-180-18-42 in your application.