Onsite Registration Available

While the online event portal has closed, you can still register for the 2024 Forum & Expo, July 14–18, in Irving, Texas. Onsite registration will be available at the Irving Convention Center during the following times: 

• Sunday, July 14, from 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm     
• Monday, July 15, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm  
• Tuesday, July 16, from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm  
• Wednesday, July 17, from 7:00 am to 5:00 pm  
• Thursday, July 18, from 7:30 am to 10:30 am 

*Please note that those who register onsite will not be able to register for certifications.

Volunteers Needed!

IMSA is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to fill these crucial roles onsite at the upcoming 2024 Forum & Expo! 

Tech Session Speaker Presenters: 

• Introduce speakers before their session begins. 
• Skills Needed: Strong communication skills, punctuality and a professional demeanor. 

Tech Session Badge Scanners: 

• Scan badges of attendees at the entrance of tech sessions. 
• Skills Needed: Basic tech skills, attention to detail and a friendly attitude. 

Interested? Click HERE to sign up! 

Complimentary Half-Day Passes for Public Safety Professionals in Irving Area

Complimentary half-day Expo Hall passes will be available for exhibitor’s customers and employees of public agencies in the Irving area. Those wishing to take advantage of the comp passes must register onsite on July 16 or 17. Registrations will open at 11:45 am on Tuesday and Wednesday.  

*The passes do not include access to lunch or any other part of the Forum & Expo. 

September 2024  

Sponsored by Rhythm Engineering—Details TBD  

October 2024  

Sponsored by Genetec—Details TBD  

Stay tuned for more information at https://www.imsasafety.org/webinar-calendar/.

Keep an eye out for the July/August 2024 IMSA Journal, which will detail everything you need to know about keeping your certification up-to-date. The article will feature:

• Hours of experience needed to renew based on your certification 
• Ways to earn continuing education credits 
• How to submit renewal materials 
• How often to renew 
• Prerequisites 
• More! 

The Journal will be landing in your mailbox and inbox in August.

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To establish your company as a subject matter expert or to promote specific products to the public safety industry, please contact Heather McMillen or call 352-900-3011.

Job Opportunities

IMSA's job board helps find your next position by displaying industry-specific job openings. Or, if you are an employer with an open position, let our broad scope of industry professionals know you are hiring.

IMSA Webinar Sponsorship Opportunities

Become a sponsor of an IMSA monthly webinar and have the opportunity to connect with our members, certificate holders and industry collaborators. We are looking for sessions that would meet our CEC requirements. Contact Heather McMillen to learn more.

IMSA Volunteer Opportunities

Help drive IMSA’s mission and vision. As an IMSA volunteer, you will help shape the organization’s future, create personal and professional connections, and become a leader in the public safety field.

Each IMSA Section has its leadership team as well as the International Committees and Representatives. Please email Laura Jeffcoat Sosa and indicate if you are interested in serving on the Section or International level. Click here for more information about how to get involved.

2024 Advertising Opportunities

IMSA is working with The Wyman Company as our communications partner. They will be supporting our efforts with the IMSA Journal magazine, webinar sponsorships, Thought Leadership e-blasts, IMSA website advertising as well as the IMSA E-newsletter. Contact Heather McMillen for more info. Learn more from our media kit.

Submit your course listings to cert@imsasafety.org by the fifth of the month to have them featured in the newsletter!

ARIZONA SECTION

Contact: Raymond Parmigiani

Phone: (602) 620-9108

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, In-Person, 9/16/2024, Gilbert, AZ

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, In-Person, 9/18/2024, Peoria, AZ

FAR WESTERN SECTION

Contact: Jerry Dankbar

Phone: (916) 740-9259

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician II, Online, 8/19/2024

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Online, 8/19/2024

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, Online, 8/19/2024

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, Online, 8/21/2024

FLORIDA SECTION

Contact: Stacey Mueller

Phone: 305-304-5331

IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 7/29/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 7/29/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 7/31/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 7/31/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician, I Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/12/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/19/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Sr. Field Technician III, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/24/2024, Port Orange. FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 9/9/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 9/11/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Sr. Field Technician III, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 9/13/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 9/16/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 10/22/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 10/24/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Inspector, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 11/12/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 11/12/2024, Port Orange, FL

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 11/14/2024, Port Orange, FL

NEW JERSEY SECTION

Contact: Guy Petinga

Phone: 609-705-5842

IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/26/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/26/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/26/2024, Harrisburg, NJ

IMSA Traffic Signal Sr. Field Technician III, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/27/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, In-Person, 8/28/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/29/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/29/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, Hybrid (In-Person/Online), 8/29/2024, Harrisburg, PA

IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, In-Person, 10/21/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, In-Person, 10/21/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, In-Person, 10/21/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA/FOA Certified Fiber Optic Technician, In-Person, 10/23/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, In-Person, 10/24/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA Traffic Signal Sr. Field Technician III, In-Person, 10/24/2024, Mansfield, MA

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, In-Person, 10/24/2024, Mansfield, MA

SOUTHEASTERN SECTION

Contact: Jon Hoffman

Phone: 256-337-4613

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician II, Online, 8/26/2024

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, Online, 8/26/2024

IMSA Work Zone Temporary Traffic Control Tech, Online, 8/26/2024

IMSA Signs & Pavement Markings Technician I, Online, 8/28/2024

IMSA Traffic Signal Technician I, Online, 8/28/2024

TRISTATE SECTION

Contact: Jerry Martin

Phone: 330-465-7250

IMSA Traffic Signal Field Technician II, In-Person, 7/30/2024, Lexington, KY

IMSA Roadway Lighting Technician I, In-Person, 8/7/2024, Lexington, KY

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