MEMBERSHIP & GIVING JOURNALS & PUBLICATIONS MEETINGS & EVENTS EDUCATION & CAREERS POLICY PROGRAM GET INVOLVED DONATE LOG IN Home About AMS American Meteorological Society Executive Director Search American Meteorological Society Executive Director Search VIEW JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND LEADERSHIP PROFILE After 16 years of service, Dr. Keith Seitter has announced his retirement as Executive Director. He will formally retire in early 2022. As a result, efforts are underway to identify the next AMS Executive Director (ED). The ED is vital in facilitating the mission and vision of the AMS. As the organization enters its next 100 years of service to society, it is essential that the ED be a visionary who is capable of growing and transforming the organization, with the goal of advancing the atmospheric and related sciences, technologies, applications, and services for the benefit of society. To be successful, the ED must have a demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, along with the capacity to foster trust in science and promote scientific integrity. This page provides AMS members with answers to some of the most frequently asked questions concerning the search for the next AMS ED. Furthermore, it serves as a gateway to capture members’ thoughts and feedback on the desired traits and qualities of the next ED, provides guidance on how to submit nominations, and allows members to stay informed of progress associated with the search process. The search process is going well and is on schedule. What are the responsibilities of the Executive Director? Who is on the AMS Executive Director Search Committee? Where can I find the job announcement for the position? Can I nominate myself or another person? What is the timeline for the search process? Is the Search Committee working with an executive search firm to aid in the search? Why doesn't the Search Committee include more members of the government sector? What kinds of activities are planned that will allow stakeholders to provide feedback on qualities of the next AMS Executive Director? How will information from stakeholders be used in the search process? Who will make the final selection of the next AMS Executive Director? Input from the AMS Community on Ways to Address Climate Change Framework for Government Interactions Affiliations with Other Organizations About AMS Home History AMS Contacts AMS on the Air Commissions, Boards, and Committees AMS Local Chapters AMS Position Letters News AMS Statements Awards & Honors AMS Organization and Administration FAQs on Environmental Stewardship AMS Insights Annual Reports AMS Election Information Corporate Patron Follow us Soundings Our monthly newsletter for AMS members and friends. SUBSCRIBE Read the Latest Issue Learn more about AMS Mission of AMS Annual Meeting Awards & Honors Statements Annual Reports Organization and Administration AMS Executive Director Search AMS Lands' End Apparel Affiliate Sites Journals Online AMS Community AMS Weather Band Front Page Blog AMS Bookstore AMS Store Archived Meeting Presentations Living on the Real World Blog Contact AMS EMAIL & PHONE CONTACTS amsinfo@ametsoc.org Phone: 617-227-2425 Fax: 617-742-8718 Headquarters: 45 Beacon Street Boston, MA 02108-3693 DC Office: 1200 New York Ave NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20005-3928 © Copyright 2021 American Meteorological Society | Privacy Policy and Disclaimer