[ES_JOBS_NET] Forecast Operations Specialist, CIRA, Boulder, CO

[Christine Wiedinmyer]

https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/79600

Posting Details
Working Title
20-115 Forecast Operations Specialist
Position Location
Boulder, CO
Research Professional Position
Yes
Posting Number
202000641AP
Position Type
Admin Professional/ Research Professional
Number of Vacancies
Work Hours/Week
40
Proposed Annual Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Desired Start Date
10/01/2020
Position End Date (if temporary)
To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on
09/06/2020
Description of Work Unit

The Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere (CIRA) at Colorado State University (CSU) is a multi-million dollar research organization located on CSU's Foothills Campus in Fort Collins, Colorado. CIRA is a cooperative institute that is also a research department within CSU's College of Engineering, in partnership with the Department of Atmospheric Science. Its vision is to conduct interdisciplinary research in the atmospheric sciences by entraining skills beyond the meteorological disciplines, exploiting advances in engineering and computer science, facilitating transitional activity between pure and applied research, leveraging both national and international resources and partnerships, and assisting NOAA, Colorado State University, the State of Colorado, and the Nation through the application of our research to areas of societal benefit.
NOAA's Global Systems Laboratory (GSL) of the Earth System Research Laboratory (ESRL) is a federal science and research laboratory under NOAA's Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research. GSL provides the National Weather Service (NWS) and the nation with environmental observing, prediction, computer, visualization, and information systems. These systems deliver data, forecasts, and predictions of weather, including severe weather events, within the next few minutes to weeks away. GSL is a leader in the applied research, directed development, and technology transfer of environmental data, models, products, and services that enhance environmental understanding with the outcome of supporting commerce, protecting life and property, and promoting a scientifically literate public.
Within GSL, the Evaluation and Decision Support Division (EDS) / Weather Information Systems Evolution Branch (WISE) is on the forefront in developing new systems for NWS forecasters (and other federal and international agencies) who require display of and interaction with real-time weather data for their forecast and warning operations, as well as to support Impact-Based Decision Support Services (IDSS). For example, a key function is the generation of warnings or hazard information for high-impact weather events such as tornadoes, hurricanes, and floods.
WISE has been tasked with the creation of a variety of science-based applications to enable forecasters to work more quickly and efficiently for both routine tasks and in critical weather situations. The host platform for these applications is the 2nd generation of the Advanced Weather Interactive Processing System (AWIPS II). It uses service-oriented architecture and is written in Java and Python using the Eclipse framework.
Position Summary

The position will serve as a meteorologist/forecast operations specialist at NOAA/OAR/ESRL/GSL and will have direct interaction with scientists and developers within NOAA as well as partners outside of NOAA. This includes; NCEP centers, NWS weather forecast offices, NOAA research facilities, academia, and the NWS Science and Operations Officer community. Expertise in operational weather forecasting and decision support services will be applied to the development of software applications.
The individual in this position will work in collaboration with other scientists and software developers as well as the broader community, designing, developing, testing and refining applications for operational weather entities. Development will initially occur within the Hazard Services framework in AWIPS II, but may also include other web-based platforms. The near focus will be on applications and extensions to services that support forecasting and warning services, as well as IDSS, for diverse phenomena such as tropical storms and associated storm surge, thunderstorms, winter storms, flooding, as well as new ground-breaking paradigms involving the incorporation of continuous and probabilistic information. This position will report to the Sr Scientific Analyst.
Required Job Qualifications

Please address the Required Qualifications in the cover letter.
*         B.S. in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, or a related field; AND
*         At least 5 years of professional experience in the weather industry, not including education AND
*         At least 2 years of professional experience as an operational weather forecaster, not including education
*         Professional experience testing and evaluating weather-related information systems or applications
*         Experience working with complex, real-time, environmental datasets including observations and numerical weather prediction output using common meteorological data formats, such as BUFR, NetCDF, HDF, and GRIB, etc.
*         Proficiency in python programming language
*         Proficiency in the use and configuration of AWIPS and its Linux environment
*         Ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, Tier 1 federal background check) because the position is located inside a Federal building; A U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder. CIRA will not sponsor a visa for this position.
Preferred Job Qualifications

Please highlight the Desired Qualifications in the cover letter.
*         M.S. in atmospheric sciences, meteorology, or a related field
*         Experience working in a NWS National Center
*         Experience working in a NWS Weather Forecast Office
*         Experience in Java programming language
*         Experience with software version control (e.g. git, NOAA Virtual Lab) and maintaining robust community code in a real-time environment, including formal code reviews and check-in processes
*         Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) and work effectively in an agile, team environment with production deadlines and deliverables
*         Demonstrated skill in communicating effectively with scientists of diverse backgrounds on technical details of work plans, and present results accurately and clearly in both oral and written form.
Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department's commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Essential Duties
Job Duty Category
Software Development for Weather Applications
Duty/Responsibility

-Utilize operational forecasting concepts and best-practices to develop software applications on AWIPS II and web-based platforms
-Apply operational forecasting techniques to test and refine forecasting, warning, and IDSS software applications, internally at GSL and within NOAA testbeds
-Interact with the operational weather community to define requirements, operational practices, and scientific developments appropriate to weather operations
-Develop innovative, scientific solutions to modernize software used in weather forecasting and warning applications and to support IDSS
-Participate in group discussions and activities associated with software development, data assimilation, numerical weather prediction systems, and remote sensing systems in the context of environmental analysis and prediction
Percentage Of Time
85

Job Duty Category
Project Management
Duty/Responsibility

-Prepare manuscripts for publication, based on these research results
-Participate in proposal writing activities
-Apply basic principles of project management to ensure deliverables and milestones are met on time, project scope is appropriately aligned with statements of work, and timelines are adhered to
Percentage Of Time
10

Job Duty Category
Documentation and Reporting
Duty/Responsibility

-Complete annual reports documenting the status of existing projects;
-Complete performance reviews and feedback with employees.
-Summarize research results for sponsors and broader weather community
-Prepare software documentation in collaboration with other team members
Percentage Of Time
5
Special Instructions to Applicants

References will not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.
Please be sure to address the required and preferred qualifications in the cover letter. A cover letter that fails to address the required and preferred qualifications of this position may not be further considered after review by the search committee.
Office will be in Boulder, CO at a Federal building and requires the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, Tier 1 federal background check).
Conditions of Employment
Pre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Special Requirements/Other - Office will be in Boulder, CO at a Federal building and requires the ability to pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI, Tier 1 federal background check).
Search Contact
Jennifer.Raab at colostate.edu
EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or pregnancy and will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. The Office of Equal Opportunity<https://oeo.colostate.edu/> is located in 101 Student Services.


The Title IX Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity, and Title IX, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO. 80523, (970) 491-1715.


The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity, and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836.
Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested
Minimum Requested
3
Maximum Requested
3

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