Weather Forecaster I

The Weather Forecaster provides aviation, ship and site weather forecasting services, maintaining responsibility for developing forecasts and preparing weather briefings for pilots and interested parties such as outlying camps, field parties, and stations, as well as any ocean vessels operating in the area of responsibility. Observes and records weather conditions used for forecasting and archival purposes.

This position deploys to McMurdo Station, Antarctica to conduct work locally. The United States Antarctic Program requires all personnel deploying to Antarctica to pass a physical qualification.

**Bonus Opportunity** 

 CNI is committed to recognizing and rewarding our employees' hard work.  As an incentive, team members who complete the deployment phase of their assignments and are in good standing may be eligible (*or qualify) for a performance-based bonus. This bonus reflects our appreciation for our employees' dedication, expertise, and contribution to successfully completing the deployment.

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. serves as a holding company with multiple subsidiaries engaged in several lines of business (Technology, Infrastructure & Engineering, Health, Manufacturing, Public Safety, Consulting, and Transportation) for the federal government and commercial enterprises. A portion of our profits is used to support Chickasaw citizens. We are proud to support the economic development and long-term viability of the Chickasaw Nation and its people. CNI offers premium benefits eligible on the first day of hire to full time employees; (Medical - Dental – Vision), Company Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(K) Immediate Vesting, Professional Development Assistance, Legal Aid Assistance Program, Family Planning / Fertility Assistance, Personal Time Off, and Observance of Federal Holidays.

As a federal contractor, CNI is a drug-free workplace and adheres to the Federal Controlled Substance Act

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• A valid passport is required and is reimbursable.

• Must be able to obtain a T1 Clearance through the government customer.

• Must pass internal background checks.

• Knowledgeable in all aspects of weather forecasting.

• Must be able to perform job duties in extreme, cold, dark, work environments.

• Must pass medical and dental examination prior to deployment; expenses are reimbursable.

• Ability to follow directions and work independently or with a team.

• Ability to be reliable in attendance/punctuality.

• Ability to practice and promote required safety standards.

• Skilled proficiency conducting audits and utilizing quality management systems.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

• Ability to cooperate and negotiate with teammates and customers to find mutually acceptable solutions.

• Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements.

• Organization, problem-solving, resolution and critical thinking skills.

• Customer service and relationship-building skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Provides aviation, ship, and site weather forecasting services, under the supervision of a Weather Forecaster III.

• Developing forecasts and preparing weather briefings for pilots and interested parties such as outlying camps, field parties, and stations.

• Creates weather charts and prepares briefing materials.

• Assists in taking, recording, and disseminating surface weather observations, and completing necessary forms in accordance with Federal and client guidelines.

• Assists in recording, transmitting, and archiving METAR/SPECI and synoptic observations in accordance with established procedures.

• Assists in preparing balloon, radiosonde, and ground tracking equipment for use in the upper-air program.

• Assists in monitoring and reporting expendable inventory levels regularly.

• Assists in providing training to personnel who will provide basic weather information from camps or locations where qualified observers are not posted, under the guidance of a Weather Forecaster III.

• Assists in conducting quality checks and data validation of observational data.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Graduate of a DoD meteorology technician course or equivalent civilian course of study leading to a weather observing/forecasting certification and four (4) years of experience in weather forecasting and operational meteorology including at least one (1) year of experience in airport/airfield weather forecasting in support of an operational weather office.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Work is primarily performed in an office environment. Regularly required to sit. Regularly required use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms to handle objects and operate tools, computer, and/or controls. Required to speak and hear. Occasionally required to stand, walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Exposed to general office noise with computers printers and light traffic.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform successfully the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

EOE including Disability/Vet

CNI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 401(k)
• Family Planning/Fertility Assistance
• STD/LTD/Basic Life/AD&D
• Legal-Aid Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – (11) Federal Holidays
• Training and Development Opportunities

Your application submission will be considered for all potential employment opportunities with Chickasaw Nation Industries (CNI).