Salary Survey Data for Meteorologist

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Job Description: Studies the atmosphere physical characteristics, motions, and processes, and the way it affects the rest of our environment. Utilizes results of studies to air pollution control, agriculture, air and sea transportation, defense, and forecasting weather. Researches trends in the earth's climate such as global warming, droughts, or ozone depletion. Excludes paraprofessional positions.: Analyzes and interprets meteorological data gathered by surface and upper-air stations, satellites, and radar to prepare reports and forecasts for public and other users. Studies and interprets synoptic reports, maps, photographs, and prognostic charts to predict long- and short-range weather conditions. Operates computer graphic equipment to produce weather reports and maps for analysis, distribution to users, or for use in televised weather broadcast. Issues hurricane and other severe weather warnings. May broadcast weather forecast over television or radio. May prepare special forecasts and briefings for particular audiences, such as those involved in air and sea transportation, agriculture, fire prevention, air-pollution control, and school groups. May direct forecasting services at weather station, or at radio or television broadcasting facility. May conduct basic or applied research in meteorology. May establish and staff weather observation stations. hide...show full eDOT descriptions

Average Salary Data By Location

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Average Salary $74,831.00     Average Salary $79,592.00     Average Salary $73,899.00     Average Salary $91,791.00     Average Salary $85,706.00     Average Salary $79,144.00     Average Salary $81,379.00     Average Salary $76,068.00     Average Salary $85,726.00     Average Salary $76,195.00