Homeland Security Events Manager

HazMatIQ Above the Line/Below the Line
5/5/2025
Seats Remaining: 21
This 8-hour course teaches responders how to size-up any chemical, verify the hazards, select the proper meters and PPE and operate safely in the hot zone. HazMatIQ uses an innovative approach based on the predictability of chemistry. HazMatIQ prepares responders by educating them on the threats as well as the equipment required to safely respond to any CBRNE incident. Utilizing easy to understand lessons and intuitive Smart Charts, responders gain battle proven skills and confidence in themselves and their equipment.

ICS 300 Intermediate
5/13/2025
Seats Remaining: 7
This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System. This course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses.

ICS 400 Advanced
5/15/2025
Seats Remaining: 25
This 2-day course provides training on and resources for personnel who has a responsibility to function in a command post managing and expanding incident. Topics include use of an Incident Complex and Area Command, and the interactions between Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) entities.

Floodplain Management & Flood Mitigation Training
6/17/2025
Seats Remaining: 36
Hosted in conjunction with the Iowa DNR, HSEMD, USACE and FEMA, the free training will include: Floodplain 101 - Basics and resources: What to Know and What to Do; How to develop projects to reduce and mitigate flooding; Different types of flood mitigation, including nature-based solutions and acquisition of flooded properties; Potential funding for mitigation options. The training is organized with an informal structure that encourages questions, problem-solving, and answers.

Floodplain Management & Flood Mitigation Training
6/18/2025
Seats Remaining: 40
Hosted in conjunction with the Iowa DNR, HSEMD, USACE and FEMA, the free training will include: Floodplain 101 - Basics and resources: What to Know and What to Do; How to develop projects to reduce and mitigate flooding; Different types of flood mitigation, including nature-based solutions and acquisition of flooded properties; Potential funding for mitigation options. The training is organized with an informal structure that encourages questions, problem-solving, and answers.

O 305 Type 3 All-Hazards Incident Management Team (IMT)
7/14/2025
Seats Remaining: 2
This course will assist individual responders to perform as viable team members by: -Demonstrating the goals of NIMS and NRF. -Emphasizing the nature and purpose of a USFA Type 3 AHIMT so that others in the community and emergency services are more willing and able to assist within various components of their local USFA Type 3 AHIMT. -Demonstrating the critical role that leadership and teamwork skills play in the success of a USFA Type 3 AHIMT. -Providing a basic framework for building and maintaining critical interpersonal communications and working together as a team member of a USFA Type 3 AHIMT. -Offering practical experience of on-scene operations through extensive exercises and simulations, as well as through post-course refresher training, by providing students with the opportunity to perform as members of a USFA Type 3 AHIMT during a mock incident management situation.

ICS 400 Advanced
7/15/2025
Seats Remaining: 11
This 2-day course provides training on and resources for personnel who has a responsibility to function in a command post managing and expanding incident. Topics include use of an Incident Complex and Area Command, and the interactions between Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) entities.

EMPD-Emergency Mgmt Program Development Session #3
7/31/2025
Seats Remaining: 11
The Emergency Management Program Development course provides a comprehensive overview of the statutory requirements and professional duties of today’s emergency manager. Developed and delivered by practitioners in four separate 6 hour sessions, the course is an opportunity for peer to peer learning through lecture as well as task-oriented coaching. Technical and soft skill development in the areas of administration, planning, resource management, training, and exercises are included. Topics covered: Local Governance, Hazard Analysis, Planning and Professional Development

G 205 Recovery from Disaster: The Local Government Role
8/7/2025
Seats Remaining: 30
This course is designed for local disaster recovery teams consisting of emergency managers, city/county administrators, public works directors, building inspectors, and community planners. The course focuses on the roles and responsibilities of each team member, and provides guidance on developing a local disaster recovery plan. Participants are given the opportunity to develop an outline of their own recovery plan during the course. • Increase local government and community awareness of issues involved in disaster recovery • Build local recovery capability to address guidance expressed in the National Disaster Recovery Framework during local disaster recovery • Provide a forum for discussion of “lessons learned” and best practices in disaster recovery at the local level • Promote the development of a pre-disaster recovery planning process **This course is part of the FEMA Advanced Professional Series (APS)

G 318 Local Mitigation Planning Workshop
9/17/2025
Seats Remaining: 28
This workshop is to assist participants in undertaking the planning process that results in a hazard mitigation plan that meets the needs of their community and fulfills the requirements for local plans.

ICS 300 Intermediate
9/23/2025
Seats Remaining: 30
This course provides training on and resources for personnel who require advanced application of the Incident Command System. This course expands upon information covered in the ICS-100 and ICS-200 courses.

CERT Rodeo
9/27/2025
Seats Remaining: 93
Join Us for the Ultimate CERT Rodeo! Get ready for a day packed with essential knowledge and hands-on experiences! Our CERT Rodeo includes action-packed classes covering vital disaster preparedness skills, interactive drills, and fun activities. Whether you're a seasoned member or a newcomer, there will be something for everyone—training and activities designed for all ages and ability levels. Network with fellow preparedness enthusiasts, exchange ideas with experts, and forge new connections within the community. Explore exhibitor booths and discover valuable resources to enhance your skills. Mark your calendar and join us for an unforgettable day of learning, engagement, networking, and empowerment!

ICS 400 Advanced
10/8/2025
Seats Remaining: 29
This 2-day course provides training on and resources for personnel who has a responsibility to function in a command post managing and expanding incident. Topics include use of an Incident Complex and Area Command, and the interactions between Multi-Agency Coordination (MAC) entities.

L 0146 Homeland Security Exercise and Evaluation Program (HSEEP)
11/4/2025
Seats Remaining: 16
This course is part of the Basic Academy Program. HSEEP represents a national standard for exercise planning and execution for all partner agencies and private sector stakeholders to prevent, protect against, mitigate, respond to and recover from the threats and hazards that pose the greatest risk. The HSEEP course is an intermediate-level training course that incorporates exercise guidance and best practices. Throughout the course, participants learn about topics including exercise program management, design and development, conduct, evaluation and improvement planning.

EMPD-Emergency Mgmt Program Development Session #4
11/13/2025
Seats Remaining: 18
The Emergency Management Program Development course provides a comprehensive overview of the statutory requirements and professional duties of today’s emergency manager. Developed and delivered by practitioners in four separate 6 hour sessions, the course is an opportunity for peer to peer learning through lecture as well as task-oriented coaching. Technical and soft skill development in the areas of administration, planning, resource management, training, and exercises are included. Topics covered: Commission Governance, Training, Exercises, Homeland Security, Budgeting and Professional Development