What are the responsibilities and job description for the Meteorologist III, Chief position at Nexstar Media Group, Inc.?
As Chief Meteorologist at WBOY-TV, you will oversee the Storm Tracker 12 Weather Team, guiding severe weather coverage, daily forecasting, and long-range planning. You’ll be the station’s primary on-air weather authority, setting the tone for team collaboration, community engagement, and innovation in weather presentation.
Responsibilities:
WBOY is the trusted local news source for North Central West Virginia, including Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Fairmont, and surrounding areas. As part of the Nexstar Media Group, we offer a strong platform for professional growth in a newsroom that values teamwork, integrity, and innovation. North Central West Virginia offers a high quality of life, scenic beauty, and vibrant communities—an ideal place to live and forecast!
Responsibilities:
- Lead all aspects of weather coverage, including daily forecasts, severe weather alerts, and special weather programming.
- Manage, mentor and motivate a team of meteorologists and weather anchors.
- Develop and maintain weather graphics and data systems (Baron's Lynx preferred).
- Engage actively with viewers across on-air, web, and social platforms.
- Collaborate with the News Director to shape overall weather strategy and long-term planning.
- Represent WBOY at community events, school visits, and public safety initiatives.
- Ensure all forecasts meet the highest standards of accuracy, clarity, and public trust.
- Bachelor’s degree in Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, or related field.
- AMS and/or NWA Seal preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of on-air meteorology experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or senior role.
- Knowledge and understanding of all NOAA products, including NWS, SPC, NHC & WPC.
- Proven expertise in severe weather coverage, radar interpretation, and viewer communication.
- Strong digital and social media skills with a commitment to expanding weather content across platforms.
- Must be available for breaking weather situations, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
WBOY is the trusted local news source for North Central West Virginia, including Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Fairmont, and surrounding areas. As part of the Nexstar Media Group, we offer a strong platform for professional growth in a newsroom that values teamwork, integrity, and innovation. North Central West Virginia offers a high quality of life, scenic beauty, and vibrant communities—an ideal place to live and forecast!