Location: Bowling Green, KY Category: Staff Posted On: Tue Sep 24 2024 Job Description: The Kentucky Climate Center at Western Kentucky University is seeking applicants for the position of Mesonet Systems Meteorologist I for the Kentucky Mesonet, a research-grade weather and climate monitoring infrastructure that supports public safety and economic development across the Commonwealth of Kentucky. This position provides an opportunity to contribute to both operational and research & development programs of the Kentucky Mesonet. The workload will balance the seasonal demands for testing, calibrating, and maintaining meteorological instrumentation and equipment both at monitoring sites and in a laboratory, with engagement in administrative, research, and outreach activities that derive from the Kentucky Mesonet. This position has the potential to be a remote position but does require the ability to attend campus meetings and pick up/deliver equipment, when needed. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: + Traveling to remote sites, sometimes requiring overnight stays + Troubleshooting and repairing/replacing failed sensors and electronic equipment at Mesonet sites on a deadline basis + Operating power equipment to maintain site vegetation + Performing calibrations of sensors at Mesonet observing sites and in Mesonet laboratories + Submitting paperwork and digital metadata on a deadline basis to document sensor problems and site conditions/inspections + Installing and testing sensors and electronic equipment at new Mesonet sites + Serving as a point of contact and interacting with site hosts + Representing the Kentucky Mesonet at professional meetings and trade shows + Taking on additional duties as needed Knowledge and Skills Considered Essential for Success: + Knowledge of meteorological instrumentation and equipment for automated environmental monitoring, including testing and calibration procedures + Knowledge and skills involving data analysis and visualization using statistical and/or geographic information systems software + Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills + Scientific and technical writing skills + Interpersonal communication and public speaking skills Job Requirements: + Bachelor's degree in meteorology or related discipline + Valid Driver's license + Availability to work a flexible schedule that occasionally includes overnight travel + Ability to lift and carry heavy objects (45 pounds and over) + Ability to climb, including ladders and communications towers (up to 30 feet) where agility or balance is an issue + Ability to work outdoors with regular exposure to Kentucky weather + Ability to work independently and in collaboration with others + Strong organization skills and attention to detail are a must. Additional Information: Salary: $20.05 - $23.01/hr Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment. Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices. Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website. Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu.