Meteorology Office Assistant

Broadcast Meteorologist
Part-Time Academic Hourly/Grad Hourly
WILL-AM-FM-TV—University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

WILL-AM-FM-TV, the public radio and television stations at the University of Illinois, has an immediate opening for a part-time broadcast meteorologist.  We are seeking an individual that can fill-in on weather broadcasts for WILL-AM 580 and/or WILL-TV.  WILL has a strong commitment to providing accurate weather information.  Applicants must have experience in meteorology and weather forecasting.  The ability to broadcast on the radio is necessary and the ability to broadcast on television is preferred.  A college degree is required       

THE POSITION: This is a part-time academic hourly or grad hourly (graduate students) position.  The successful applicant will substitute for the full-time members of the WILL weather staff as a weather producer and on-air weather anchor.  The position will require availability on at least some of the following shifts: weekday early morning radio (starting at about 4:30 a.m.), weekday midday radio, and weekday and weekend evening television (ending at about 10:15 p.m.).

We are seeking individuals that live in the Champaign-Urbana area and can be available to fill-in for WILL's full-time staff during vacation periods during the spring and summer of 2008 and/or on some weekend evening shifts.  Availability at various times beyond the summer, including during some university holiday periods, is preferred, but work will not be required on specific major holidays such as New Years Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.  Pay will be dependent on experience and availability. 

QUALIFICATIONS: A bachelor's degree is required.  A degree in meteorology or related field is preferred.  Applicants must demonstrate a strong background in synoptic/mesoscale meteorology and weather forecasting.  Applicants must also demonstrate in an audition tape or audition the ability to present weather information in a professional, unaffected, personable style.  In addition, applicants must demonstrate they have an active interest in and knowledge of weather and science-related news.  Ability to type with accuracy is required.

TO APPLY: To apply, please send a resume and cover letter outlining interests and qualifications.  The position will remain open until filled.

Ed Kieser, Chief Meteorologist
WILL-AM-FM-TV
300 N. Goodwin Ave.
Urbana, IL  61801-2316
(MC-252 for campus mail)
edkieser@uiuc.edu for email applications

The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer 05/07