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Presidio Trust

Planning Manager

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$172K - $188K/yr

... Sustainability Planner and Zero Waste Manager. * Lead the GIS Program, ensuring that spatial and land use data systems serve as the source of truth for Agency planning and operational decisions and ...

Sshic

Senior Urban Designer / Planner

Whitehall, PA · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

TA25191 Job Summary Lead the conceptualization and development of urban design and master planning projects, creating sustainable, context-sensitive urban environments while ensuring regulatory ...

Town of Hanover

Sustainability Coordinator

Hanover, NH · On-site

Planning and Zoning Job Code: PZ/07 Employment Type: Full-Time Reports To: Director of Planning, Zoning, and Codes Implement meaningful change for a sustainable future. The Town of Hanover is seeking ...

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How much do sustainability planner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for sustainability planner in the United States is $79,172.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $57,500.00 and $93,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a sustainability planner?

A Sustainability Planner is responsible for developing and implementing strategies that promote environmental, social, and economic sustainability in urban and regional planning. They analyze policies, assess environmental impact, and collaborate with stakeholders to create sustainable land-use plans, transportation systems, and resource management strategies. Their goal is to balance growth with environmental protection and community well-being. Sustainability Planners work in government agencies, consulting firms, and private organizations to ensure long-term sustainability goals are met.

What does a typical workday look like for a sustainability planner?

A typical workday for a Sustainability Planner involves analyzing environmental data, collaborating with city officials, developers, and community stakeholders, and preparing reports or proposals for sustainable projects. You may attend planning meetings to discuss strategies for reducing a community's environmental footprint, review site plans, or conduct field assessments. The role often requires balancing several projects at once and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, like engineers and architects. This collaborative approach ensures that sustainability considerations are integrated into each stage of project planning and implementation.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the sustainability planner position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sustainability Planner, you need expertise in environmental planning, urban development, and sustainability practices, often supported by a relevant degree such as urban planning, environmental science, or a related field. Familiarity with GIS software, environmental impact assessment tools, and LEED or similar sustainability certifications is highly valuable. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and stakeholder engagement skills enable successful project outcomes and collaboration. These capabilities are crucial for developing effective, sustainable solutions that balance ecological, economic, and social needs in planning initiatives.

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Infographic showing various Sustainability Planner job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% Internship, 89% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Temporary. Highlights an 77% In-person, 5% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $79,172 per year, or $38.1 per hour.

Special Operations Planner - J4

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

QinetiQ
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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$130K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Company Overview
We are a world-class team of professionals who deliver next generation technology and products in robotic and autonomous platforms, ground, soldier, and maritime systems in 50+ locations world-wide. Much of our work contributes to innovative research in the fields of sensor science, signal processing, data fusion, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), and augmented reality (AR).
QinetiQ US's dedicated experts in defense, aerospace, security, and related fields all work together to explore new ways of protecting the American Warfighter, Security Forces, and Allies. Being a part of QinetiQ US means being central to the safety and security of the world around us. Partnering with our customers, we help save lives; reduce risks to society; and maintain the global infrastructure on which we all depend.
Why Join QinetiQ US?
If you have the courage to take on a wide variety of complex challenges, then you will experience a unique working environment where innovative teams blend different perspectives, disciplines, and technologies to discover new ways of solving complex problems. In our diverse and inclusive environment, you can be authentic, feel valued, be respected, and realize your full potential. QinetiQ US will support you with workplace flexibility, a commitment to the health and well-being of you and your family and provide opportunities to work with a purpose. We are committed to supporting your success in both your professional and personal lives.
Position Overview
Join us in supporting the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM), one of the nation's eleven unified combatant commands responsible for space operations critical to joint warfighting. We are seeking an experienced Logistics Planner to serve as an embedded contractor supporting USSPACECOM headquarters in Colorado Springs, CO. The ideal candidate brings deep logistics planning expertise - including familiarity with sustainment planning, supply chain management, and space domain support operations - and can produce decision-ready products for senior leadership under dynamic, time-sensitive conditions.
Responsibilities
  • Support and lead logistics planning efforts across the Joint Planning Process (JPP), including development of logistics annexes, sustainment Concepts of Support (COS), and logistics support plans for contingency plans and operational orders
  • Integrate J4 logistics capabilities and sustainment requirements into USSPACECOM operational plans, campaign plans, and CONPLANS, ensuring logistics feasibility across all phases of operations
  • Coordinate logistics planning across USSPACECOM Directorates, Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Service Component commands, interagency partners, and other Combatant Commands to synchronize sustainment activities and resolve resourcing conflicts
  • Develop and present decision-ready logistics products - including briefings, staff packages, sustainment assessments, risk analyses, and logistics summaries - for senior and flag-level leadership
  • Support real-world operations, exercises, and wargames by integrating logistics scenarios, sustainment timelines, and supply chain constraints into scenario design, Master Scenario Event Lists (MSELs), After Action Reviews (AARs), and observer/trainer activities
  • Assess logistics supportability for space domain operations, including sustainment of ground-based space systems, satellite communications infrastructure, and associated equipment and spare parts pipelines
  • Maintain strict operational security (OPSEC), manage classification levels (TS/SCI), and ensure logistics planning products comply with applicable legal, policy, and regulatory frameworks
  • Identify logistics gaps, risks, and constraints across the sustainment enterprise; propose mitigations and alternatives; and maintain situational awareness to adapt logistics products as the operational environment evolves
  • Utilize classified collaboration environments (SIPRNet, JWICS) and logistics planning tools to manage and disseminate sustainment planning materials

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline (logistics management, supply chain management, systems engineering, operations research, or related field)
  • 10+ years of logistics planning in a joint, Combatant Command, or Service Component headquarters environment
  • Demonstrated experience with the Joint Planning Process (JPP), Joint Logistics Enterprise (JLEnt) frameworks, and/or joint sustainment planning in support of contingency and deliverable planning
  • Experience developing logistics annexes and sustainment plans integrated into operational and campaign plans at the Combatant Command level
  • Strong written and oral communication skills with demonstrated ability to produce high-quality briefings, orders, and staff packages under high-pressure, short-suspense conditions
  • Proficiency with classified systems and tools including SIPRNet and JWICS
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required; #qinetiqclearedjob

Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in logistics management, national security affairs, business administration, or a related field
  • Prior direct experience supporting USSPACECOM, another Geographic or Functional Combatant Command (GCC/FCC), or the Joint Staff J4
  • Familiarity with space operations doctrine including JP 3-14 (Space Operations) and JP 4-0 (Joint Logistics)
  • Completion of the Joint Logistics Course (JLC), Advanced Logistics Course (ALC), or equivalent joint logistics professional military education
  • Prior military service with experience as a Logistician (FA90, 90A, 21A, or equivalent) or in a joint logistics billet at a major headquarters

Pay Transparency
The salary range for this role is $130,000 - $180,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. QinetiQ US considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.
Company EEO Statement
Accessibility/Accommodation:
If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to staffing@us.QinetiQ.com or call (540) 658-2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.
QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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