Operations Planner

Salary Range $85,000.00 - $145,000.00 Category Operational/ERD Description Job Title: Operations Planner Location: Project Dependent - U.S. Reports to: Operations Manager Compensation: $85,000 - $145,000 About Ceres Environmental Operations Ceres Environmental Operations (CEO) is a leader in crisis management, rapid response, and disaster recovery, committed to rebuilding stronger, safer communities. We specialize in emergency response, environmental services, planning, and consulting, including debris removal, blue roofs, logistics, debris management, demolition, recycling, forest management, and coastal and marine restoration. As a licensed general contractor, we offer unparalleled expertise to restore stability where it is needed most. Driven by Purpose, Powered by People CEO believes you are more than just an employee, you are part of a mission driven team helping communities recover and rebuild. We value initiative, diversity, and collaboration. If you show up with compassion, urgency, and the drive to deliver solutions, you will fit right in. What We Are Looking For The Operations Planner (OP) leads the development of comprehensive operational plans that support large scale debris management and disaster recovery missions. This role translates mission objectives into executable mobilization, logistics, routing, and sectoring plans while balancing GIS inputs, environmental considerations, resource constraints, and evolving incidents. This role fits within Operations and works closely with leadership to plan safe, efficient, and compliant field operations. Success in 12 months includes delivering accurate planning products, anticipating resource needs, supporting multi region activations, and maintaining operational readiness. What You Will Do Operational Planning and Execution u2022 Develop, maintain, and update mobilization, demobilization, staging, sectoring, and routing plans for assigned missions. u2022 Design resource allocation models and surge strategies for simultaneous multi region operations. u2022 Conduct scenario planning, operational phasing, and mission flow projections. u2022 Support transitions between operational phases such as initial response, sustained operations, and closeout. Documentation, Reporting, and Leadership Support u2022 Produce mission ready planning documents for inclusion in PMPs, PgMPs, and operational annexes. u2022 Develop briefing materials, dashboards, and summaries for leadership decision making. u2022 Provide analytical support including operational risk assessments and performance metrics. Required Qualifications u2022 Bacheloru2019s degree in Planning, Engineering, GIS, Logistics, Emergency Management, or related field. u2022 Minimum 7 years of experience in operations planning, logistics, emergency management, or debris operations. u2022 Experience supporting rapid mobilization, high tempo execution, or large scale field operations. u2022 Proficiency with GIS, operational modeling, and planning frameworks. u2022 Strong analytical, communication, and documentation skills. Preferred Qualifications u2022 FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800. u2022 AICP, PMP, or related professional certification. What to Expect The Operations Planner works in a fast paced environment supporting dynamic disaster response missions. You will translate evolving operational needs into actionable plans, anticipate bottlenecks, and drive mission readiness. Work includes building planning documentation, developing surge strategies, and coordinating with cross functional teams. Field deployments may occur depending on mission needs. Physical Requirements and Environment u2022 Ability to work in field or command post environments as required. u2022 Ability to travel for extended periods during activations. u2022 Commitment to safe work practices and compliance with safety protocols. Why Join CEO? You will contribute directly to community recovery while working with mission driven professionals. CEO offers growth opportunities, travel, and the chance to make a lasting impact. Work Authorization Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. E Verify compliance applies.

Created: 2026-02-09