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Member Resource Center

Resources Member Resource Center

The International Association of Emergency Managers is enhancing current benefits and implementing efforts to support federal employees in emergency management or disaster relief whose employment may have been impacted by recent changes. This resource center includes information on IAEM’s Career Center and job board, complimentary memberships and dues, and access to educational materials and the IAEM Bulletin.

Career Center

  • IAEM's Career Center allows job seekers to post resumes and browse current listings at no charge.
  • Beginning Feb. 18, IAEM is waiving job posting fees, offering all employers the chance to post their openings at no cost. Those with job announcements can email IAEMhelp@iaem.com to request a coupon code.

Complimentary Memberships for Federal Employees Affected by Current Changes

IAEM is offering a one-year complimentary membership to federal federal employees who work in emergency management and disaster relief who were terminated due to cutbacks. This offer includes members of the NCCC workforce, AmeriCorps, FEMA Corps, CDC, HHS/Public Health, SBA, HUD, and other federal entities that support emergency management. This will:

  • Provide association resources to help you keep up with current professional insights.
  • Provide you with a network that may lead to additional employment opportunities.

Email IAEMhelp@iaem.com to request this membership.

Extended Grace Periods for Current IAEM-USA Members

Current members whose membership dues are in the renewal or cancellation queue will receive an additional 90-day grace period. This applies to all memberships due by June 30, 2025.

Free Educational Opportunity 

Federal emergency management personnel who have been laid off are also entitled to complimentary on-demand access for the sessions from the IAEM Plugged In Virtual Conference that took place on May 9. These sessions will be available on-demand through the end of 2025. Email IAEMhelp@iaem.com with your interest. 

Career Change Webinar

IAEM presented a webinar on April 25 on changing careers. This practical and inspiring webinar features real-world stories from professionals who have successfully transitioned between the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. View the webinar to gain actionable tips on:

  • Resume updates that reflect your value.
  • Interview prep and techniques that stand out.
  • Smart job search strategies and LinkedIn best practices.

It also covers how to:

  • Build confidence in your skills and experience.
  • Mentally prepare for the career shift.
  • Evaluate and choose your next opportunity with intention.

Whether you're actively job hunting or just starting to explore, this session will help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

 

IAEM Publication Access

The 2025 issues of the IAEM Bulletin Monthly Newsletter is being open to the public here through the summer, and accessible to everyone, regardless of membership status. We invite all emergency managers to access it to help stay current on developments in our profession. View the issues through the links below.

Help IAEM Identify Additional Resources

We will add additional resouces as they become available. Send resources to be included to IAEMhelp@iaem.com.