🌍 Topic:Β An Overview of the International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM) and Emergency Management Professionals of Hawaii (EMP-HI)

🎀 Presenters:
 
Michael Kern– Currently the Preparedness Analysis Planning Specialist for FEMA’s Pacific Area Office after serving more than a decade as the Voluntary Agency Liaison for the Pacific Islands. He has deployed to more than 40 disasters with FEMA and logged over 1,000 nights away on FEMA travel.

Jon Shear– CEO and founding member of ReadyZoneHQ, and a former president for EMP-HI with over 30 years of experience in emergency management. He is also an active member of IAEM, serving in leadership positions in the Emerging Technology Caucus, on the conference committee, and as current region 9 president.

πŸ“… Date: May 15th, 2025

⏰ Time: 12:00–1:00 p.m. HST
                  3:00–4:00 p.m. PDT
                 6:00–7:00 p.m. EDT

πŸ”— Register Here: Zoom Registration
πŸ’¬Contact for More Info: Amy Kitchener – amyk44@hawaii.edu

πŸ§‘β€πŸ’»About the Webinar: The presenters will provide an overview of two non-profit organizations for emergency management professionals, as well as the inaugural National Emergency Management Awareness Month in August 2025, and the first ever IAEM R9 symposium to be held in Honolulu from August 12th – 13th, 2025. 

The April edition of theΒ IAEM BulletinΒ is now online

The April edition of theΒ IAEM BulletinΒ is now online.Β The April issue includes a spotlight on the IAEM Scholarship Program’s 25th anniversary special scholarship, a highlight on the IAEM-USA Region 4 President, showcases IAEM’s recent activities and efforts, provides information on IAEM’s two upcoming conferences, provides details on the IAEM Certification Commission’s Call for Commissioners, features upcoming IAEM-USA regional events, and much more.

The April issue contains three special focus articles:Access and Functional Needs during Evacuation; Public Alerts and Warnings.The Diffusion of Artificial Intelligence in Emergency Management: Adoption, Challenges, and Consequences.FEMA Under Review: A Call for Reform and Resilience.Visit the IAEM website and get your copy of the AprilΒ IAEM BulletinΒ now.Β Plugged In Virtual Conference is happening on Friday, May 9.Β Learn more and register now.

As a reminder, the 2025 Bulletin editions are available publicly to support those in emergency management who are going through career transitions; please share with those in the community, especially those impacted.

Β Important IAEM Deadlines and Approaching Events:

Champions of Change: Empower Career Transitions with Confidence,” IAEM webinar:Β April 25, at 12:00 p.m. EDT.

Annual Conference EMvision Talks Call for Speakers: Closes on May 9.

IAEM Plugged In Virtual Conference: May 9.Β 

2025 Scholarship Program Application: Friday, May 30.

Certification Commission Call for Commissioners: Closes June 1.

Β Scholarship Commission Call for Commissioners: Closes June 1.Β IAEM-USA Region 2 Conference, “Wicked Problems in Emergency Management:”Β July 23-25.

IAEM-USA Region 7 Conference: July 23-24.

IAEM-USA Region 9 Conference, “Adaptation and Innovation: Shaping the Future of Emergency Management in Region 9:”Β Aug. 12-13.

JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF SUNDAY, April 27, 2025

Note new JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS for anΒ Emergency Management Communications Officer at the City and County of Honolulu, Department of Emergency Management (DEM).

Highlighted below.

*****JOB ANNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE WEEK OF SUNDAY, April 27, 2025 *****

5-DAY RECRUITMENT ONLY

Open: April 30, 2025

Close: May 4, 2025 – 11:59 pm H.S.T.

Professional Trainee I

(Real Property)

(SR-16)

$4,155/month

Note: Posting will close as scheduled or once 40 applications are received, whichever occurs first

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Open: April 27, 2025

Close: May 3, 2025 – 11:59 pm H.S.T.

Chemical Treatment Worker II

(BC-07)

$5,078/month



Chief of Water System Operations

(Program Administrator)

(EM-08)

$10,578/month


Customer Service Representative II

(SR-11)

$3,484/month




Emergency Management Staff Officer

(Communications)
(SR-24)
$5,918 – $6,922/month*

*salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval

Hydrologist-Geologist I

(SR-18)

$4,495/month

Water Service Investigator I

(SR-12)

$3,621/month

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Open: April 30, 2025

Close: May 6, 2025 – 11:59 pm H.S.T.

Labor Relations Specialist I

(SR-20)

$4,858/month

Lubrication Worker

(BC-05)

$4,695/month


Personnel Clerk I

(SR-13)
$3,768/month

Note: Posting will close as scheduled or once 50 applications are received, whichever occurs first

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

Open: April 30, 2025

Close: May 10, 2025 – 11:59 pm H.S.T.

Information Technology Support Technician II

(SR-15)

$4,078/month

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Continuous Recruitment

Revenue Systems Manager

(Planner VI)

(SR-26)

$6,399 – $7,485/month*

*salary commensurate with applicable experience, pending approval

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *


*** FOR REGULAR CITY EMPLOYEES ONLY ***

*To view Promotional Jobs, go to the Job Opportunities website, and click on the

β€œMenu” button in the upper left corner, then click on β€œPromotional Jobs”*

Open: April 27, 2025

Close: May 7, 2025 – 11:59 pm H.S.T.

Park Grounds Maintenance Superintendent

(SR-22)

$5,572 – $8,246/month*

*Promotion rate is determined by collective bargaining agreements
or Civil Service rules, as applicable.

* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *

For a complete job announcement, go to our website at www.honolulu.gov/career on the opening date.

City Departments: Click on Job Opportunities; Scroll down, then click on the job title; Print job information; Post or distribute to employees in the department, divisions and units.

The appointing authority shall take all reasonable measures to bring announcements to the attention of employees in the department and distribute the announcements to the various units within the department and other agencies.

The complete announcement should be photocopied or sent electronically.

Join IAEM this Friday: Career Transition Webinar

Make plans to join IAEM thisΒ Friday, April 25, at 12:00 p.m. EDTΒ for our “Champions of Change: Empowering Career Transitions with Confidence” webinar.Β 

If you are looking for a new position or thinking about beginning your search, this webinar is for you. 

IAEM’s Community and Member Engagement Committee and Conference Committee will provide you with real-world stories from professionals who’ve successfully transitioned between public, private, and non-profit sectors. 

Learn practical tips to:

  • Refine your resume to effectively communicate your value and experience.
  • Prepare for interviews with techniques that highlight your strengths.
  • Implement strategic job search methods and optimize your LinkedIn presence.

Register here for the webinar

Questions about this webinar can be directed to CommunityMemberEngagement@iaem.com.

Call to Action:Help Tell the Story of Emergency Management

IAEM-USA is excited to partner with Kirk Jackson of Going Home Pictures to produce a dynamic, high-quality video series showcasing the extraordinary value emergency managers and their programs bring to communities and organizations nationwide. This effort will tell our profession’s story.

In a time when budgets are tight and the future of key programs faces growing uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to highlight the critical role our profession plays before, during, and after disasters. Emergency managers have served as the linchpin for their communities – coordinating across disciplines, leading with integrity, and driving preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts that save lives and strengthen resilience.

Casting Call Opportunity 

IAEM is seeking emergency managers interested in participating in this initiative. They aim to focus on geographic diversity and representation of rural, suburban, and urban programs across IAEM regions.Β 

Selection priority will be given to IAEM members, but non-members can be nominated by members for consideration. 

All footage will be captured by the end of June and may be featured in the upcoming National EM Awareness Month campaign and future IAEM publications. Sensitive content will be managed with care. A standard media release will be required prior to any filming. 

Submit your interest or nominate a participant by completing this interest form

You can submit any existing photos, videos, or any questions to CommunityMemberEngagement@iaem.com

Region 9 Symposium to be held in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 12-13, 2025

🌺 Exciting News from IAEM-USA Region 9! 🌺

Region 9 Symposium to be held in Honolulu, Hawaii on August 12-13, 2025. Registration is officially open, and we need your help to spread the word! 🌟
https://www.iaem.org/Events/IAEM-USA-Region-9-Symposium-2025

ℹ️ Call for Speakers:
Don’t miss out on the opportunity to be a part of this groundbreaking event. The Call for Speakers closes on April 14, 2025. πŸ—£οΈ
https://www.iaem.org/Events/IAEM-USA-Region-9-Symposium-2025-Call-for-Speakers

πŸŒ… Early Bird Special:
Take advantage of discounted registration fees available until June 13th. Secure your spot early and be part of this exceptional gathering. 🐦

🏨 Accommodation Details:
Stay tuned for updates on room blocks, coming soon on the symposium website. Plan your stay to make the most of this unique experience. πŸ›Œ

IAEM POSTER SHOWCASE:DEADLINE April 11

FREE Annual Conference Registration Available for Student Members
New this year, IAEM student members who participate in the competitive division of the Poster Showcase can earnΒ free registrationΒ to the 73rd Annual Conference from Nov. 14-20, 2025 in Louisville, Kentucky.

TheΒ Poster ShowcaseΒ is a fantastic opportunity for students,Β like you, to share research projects or academic findings with the emergency management community.

Follow these four simple steps for Poster Showcase success:

Step 1 –Β Review theΒ Poster Showcase GuidanceΒ for the necessary requirements.

Step 2 –Β Choose to enter either the competitive or non-competitive division.Β CompetitiveChoose a category: practitioner, academic, or student (undergraduate or graduate).Present your poster to a group of evaluators to qualify for gold, silver or bronze recognition.Receive complimentary registration to the Annual Conference.Non-CompetitiveΒ No categories; participants share their research or practice with others.Receive the discounted speaker rate for the Annual Conference.

Step 3 –Β Submit your proposal with the step-by-step instructions found in theΒ Poster Showcase GuidanceΒ on how to log in to the speaker portal atΒ iaem.org.Β Β 

Step 4 –Β Reap the benefits of participation:Network with over 2,500 emergency managers from around the world.Credit towards the IAEM Certification Program under Professional Contribution Category F, Speaking.Availability of a coach to mentor you through the process.Β Chance to earn gold, silver or bronze recognition when participating in the competitive division.

Submission Deadline:Β Friday,April 11If you have any questions, please contact Alex Tyeryar atΒ Alex@iaem.com.Learn More

Free Webinar: Government Emergency Telecommunications Services (GETS) and Wireless Priority Service (WPS)

APRIL 30th 1400 EST/0800 HST

Join the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) as we close out Emergency Communications Month with an educational webinar! This webinar will provide information about CISA’s Priority Telecommunications Services (PTS) including how and when to use the services, how you can subscribe, and how PTS can support critical infrastructure during the 2026 World Cup tournament. Connect your call when it matters most with CISA’s PTS!

Register here: https://cisa.webex.com/weblink/register/r463c8ceea53e5bd0b00d9a93a42b922c

This April is Emergency Communications Month, and CISA is encouraging critical infrastructure owners and operators to strengthen their communications resilience and emergency preparedness by enrolling in CISA’s PTS. 

Government Emergency Telecommunications Services (GETS) and Wireless Priority Service (WPS) are offered at no charge, require no special equipment, and can work separately or together to achieve a call completion rate greater than 90%Β­β€”even during emergencies. WPS prioritizes calls when cellular networks are degraded or congested. GETS prioritizes calls when landline networks are degraded or congested, and they can be made from phones worldwide. 

The two services can be used together on mobile phones in one convenient app, the PTS Dialer, which can be programmed to easily make a priority call in just a few taps. 

To begin the enrollment process, visit https://www.cisa.gov/apply-pcs, and join us on April 30th for an informational webinar where we’ll walk you through everything you need to know about GETs and WPS; including how to get your organization started. 

No matter what vital industry you represent, adding PTS to your emergency communications plan is one of the easiest ways to ensure seamless communications when they are needed most.

All are invited to participate. To join on Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET, use:

Webinar Registration Link:

https://cisa.webex.com/weblink/register/r463c8ceea53e5bd0b00d9a93a42b922c

April 2025 EMPHI General Meeting

2025 Board and Directors members would like to cordially invite you to the 2nd EMP-HI General Open meeting for 2025.  

 The meeting will be occurring on Tuesday, 08 April 2025, from 6pm-8pm, at the City and County of Honolulu, Department of Emergency Management (DEM) located at the Frank F. Fasi Building, 650 S King St, Honolulu, HI, 96813.  

Map link: 

Honolulu Emergency Management650 S King St, Honolulu, HI 96813

DEM Website: Home | Department of Emergency Management

The agenda will be follows: 

  • 2025 EMP-HI updates  for topics such as By-Laws, Membership list, Dues payment categories, and EMP-HI 2025 Survey.
  • Icebreaker event with all attendees.
  • Current events, pending legislation, news, and upcoming events for 2025.
  • Guest speaker from DEM.
  • IAEM Region IX Symposium 
  • Closing remarks and discussion.

Β (Updated Link CAO 04/04/25) To Join EMPHI Meeting virtually:

Topic: EMP-HI April 2025 Meeting Time: Apr 8, 2025 06:00 PM Hawaii Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86017542505?pwd=p2gxw8PE6EzhKwkVnn256hNhrmG4t0.1 

Meeting ID: 860 1754 2505  

Passcode: 241406  

Meeting ID: 826 6621 3901

Passcode: 307543

EM Calendar

Attend the next EMAP Standards virtual cohort training from March 11-14
IAEM
Are you ready to take your emergency management program to the next level? EMAP is hosting the next Emergency Management Standards virtual training on March 11-14, running from 12:00-5:00 p.m. EDT each day. Learn more about EMAP, the Standards, the assessment process, and how to best prepare your program for accreditation. This training is a requirement for all program accreditation managers and assessors. Learn more and register now. If you have any questions, please email emap@emap.org.
2025 Partners in Emergency Preparedness Virtual Conference scheduled for April 15-17, 2025
IAEM
This year, the Partners in Emergency Preparedness (PIEP) conference is going virtual in response to the challenging economic environment and feedback from the community. This shift will allow PIEP to maintain accessibility, reach a broader audience, and provide high-quality emergency preparedness programming that is flexible and cost-effective. Don’t miss the opportunity to connect with emergency management professionals, share knowledge and gain insights to strengthen our communities’ resilience. Learn more