What are the responsibilities and job description for the METEOROLOGIST - KVLY position at Gray Television?
About Gray Television:
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 D.C. 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:
KVLY is in need someone who understands the climate of the area and how disruptive weather effects everyone in their daily lives. Fargo is one of the most diverse weather markets in the US with extremes of snow and cold to spring and summer tornadoes being common. The ideal candidate understands that this is not a nine to five job and that long hours are part of the expectation when severe weather threatens.
The successful candidate will be responsible for (but not limited to) the following:
* Preparation of forecast maps for both broadcast and online
* Be available for on-call spot weather events
* Be able to present the weather story of the day in a concise and easy to understand fashion
Qualifications/Requirements:
* One 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
Come join our dynamic team, go to https://gray.tv/careers#currentopening, you may type in the job title, station call letters, or click on "apply now", upload your resume, cover letter and references
KVLY-TV/Gray Television Group, Inc. is a drug-free company
Additional Info:
Gray Television provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Gray Television complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, and transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
Gray Television expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Gray’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Gray Television encourages all new employees to be fully vaccinated against the coronavirus virus prior to or by the first workday.
