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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 28 days TEGNA Inc.'s roles stay open a median of 45 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 2% of TEGNA Inc.'s roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at TEGNA Inc.
- low 0 stale, 2 reposted of 322 open
- Hiring momentum
- 467 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from TEGNA Inc.'s own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for TEGNA Inc..
About this role
The Chief Meteorologist at FOX43/WPMT will lead the weather coverage for Central Pennsylvania, managing a team of meteorologists and ensuring accurate and engaging weather reporting across various platforms. This role involves developing weather strategies, overseeing severe weather coverage, creating original content, and engaging with the community. The ideal candidate will balance on-camera presence with leadership responsibilities, fostering a collaborative environment while utilizing modern technology in weather reporting.
- benefits
- 4/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 5/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of TEGNA Inc. as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor's degree in Meteorology or a related field
- At least 3-5 years of professional on-air meteorology experience
- Strong on-camera, writing and communication skills
- Proven ability to make sound editorial decisions under pressure
- Strong understanding of multiplatform newsgathering and content production
- Experience using modern weather graphics, radar, forecasting and digital weather tools
Nice to have
- AMS Seal or equivalent professional certification preferred
- Demonstrated leadership, coaching or management experience preferred
- A passion for serving the Central Pennsylvania community
What you get
- Comprehensive medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
- Access to dental and eye care coverage
- Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
- Disability and life insurance
- 401(k) program with company match
- Nine free virtual doctor’s appointments through Teladoc
Worth weighing
- Pay range is $65,000 - $75,000 USD
- Some benefits may not apply to jobs covered by a collective bargaining agreement
- The role requires significant on-air presence and leadership during severe weather events
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Listed by TEGNA Inc. on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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