Meteorologist (Part Time)

Meteorologist PositionKSBW-TV has an On Call Opening for a high energy, highly skilled Meteorologist. We are looking for a meteorologist who knows the science, and can tell a relatable weather story. Our next meteorologist will be an accurate forecaster, keep our viewers and employees safe, convey appropriate tone, summarize complicated information, and stay cool under pressure.Job Responsibilities:Get our viewers ready with accurate, compelling, and understandable weather forecasts.Will provide urgent, immediate weather information before and during severe weather eventsWill be able to simultaneously provide content on TV, for our radio partners, and on our digital platforms.Will utilize all the technology and tools available to us, to tell an intriguing weather storyWill be deployed in the field during weather eventsGather informationSummarize fact and clearly communicate content for broadcastExperience Requirements:Previous on-air experience required.Qualifications Requirements:In-depth knowledge of weather science and forecasting.Proven on-air experience in handling breaking news and severe weather coverageDynamic on-air presence with a conversational weather presentationKnowledgeable about how to interpret and translate high powered radar dataProficient in using WSI graphics and technologyExcellent forecasting and on-air skillsStrong organizational skillsAbility to tell a compelling weather storyAbility to use common television weather systems.Radar experience preferredAbility to do live field reporting on weather and other topics.Education:Minimum Bachelor's Degree in Meteorology or related fieldCBM and/or AMS seal preferredMilitary training and experience will be consideredThe estimated base salary range for this role is between $37.50 and $37.500. The actual base pay offered is dependent upon many factors, such as transferable skills, work experience, business needs, market demands and conditions, including geographic location where the work will be performed, and other factors permitted by law. The base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.