Weather Observer

The Weather Forecaster/Observer 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 contracted ocean vessels operating in the area of responsibility. Requires selected individuals to be knowledgeable in all aspects of weather forecasting, including creating weather charts and preparing briefing materials, while demonstrating good problem-solving skills while overseeing daily operations, preparing all required reports, and monitoring the weather office for areas as outlined in the task. In addition, 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.<...