B.S. in Meteorology is required. Knowledge or experience in tropical meteorology and/or wind, sea swell forecasting is highly desirable, but we are willing to train the right individual. Experience with ship routing required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst. Applicant must possess excellent communication skills and be motivated self-starter along with knowledge of world geography and typical office computer software. Some desired requirements are also listed below.
- Bachelor’s degree in Atmospheric Science/Meteorology
- Strong writing skills (able to succinctly describe synoptic weather patterns)
- Strong verbal phone skills
- Familiar/able to use MS WORD, Excel and other software common to a working office
- Helpful courses: oceanography, climatology, geography, statistics
- Strong desire to work daily in meso-scale and synoptic scale forecasting
- Strong interest in mid and long range forecasting and weather patterns
- Familiar with observation and forecast data including: metars, various model data, ASCAT
- Familiar with interpreting satellite data for various features including: tropical storm development, frontogenesis, low development, cold air surges, and more
- Some marine (boating/sailing) experience/knowledge helpful, but not required
- Strong desire (and willingness) to be a part of a team effort
- Previous experience with ship routing desired (required for Senior Meteorologist and Route Analyst)
- Previous experience with performance analysis/monitoring desirable, but not required
Compensation: $50,000 – $56,000, based on experience
