2026 Call for Volunteers
Submit your interest in volunteering with IPMI.
SUBMISSION DEADLINE: August 12, 2026
Take the Lead with IPMI
Make an Impact. Grow Your Network. Shape the Future.
Every two years, IPMI invites members to apply for volunteer service on its committees and volunteer groups. The next volunteer term begins in October 2026 and runs through May 2028.
Volunteering with IPMI is a member benefit and an opportunity to share your expertise, collaborate with industry peers, and help advance the parking, transportation, and mobility profession. Whether you're looking to expand your network, develop new leadership skills, or contribute to initiatives that make a meaningful impact, explore the volunteer opportunities below to find those that best align with your interests and experience.
As an IPMI volunteer, you will:
- Expand your professional network by collaborating with industry leaders and peers from across the parking, transportation, and mobility community.
- Develop valuable leadership and professional skills through teamwork, strategic projects, and committee service while earning Certification Points.
- Make a meaningful impact by helping shape IPMI programs, resources, and initiatives that support the profession and its members.
To learn more about volunteer opportunities, open the Volunteer Opportunities tab. For eligibility requirements and additional information, see the Submission Information tab.
When you are ready to apply, click the Register Now button located on the right-side panel of this page. (Please note, you must be logged into the member database to apply. You can reset your password on the home screen, or e-mail membership@parking-mobility.org for assistance.)
Explore the volunteer opportunities below and take a close look at each group's purpose, focus, and expected commitment. During the application process, select your top three choices that best align with your interests, experience, and professional goals. Volunteers will be generally be appointed to one volunteer group for the volunteer term, with specific exceptions noted in the summaries below.
- AWARDS & RECOGNITION: Awards of Excellence
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Online judging November-December 2026 and November – December 2027
Purpose: Judges rank submissions in each category based upon published criteria. Judges are experienced professionals in their field in addition to planners, engineers, architects, and marketing professionals. The program includes projects, programs, and marketing campaigns, and judges share their expertise to assist in awarding Apex winners and Honorable Mention recipients. Volunteers may serve on a secondary assignment based on preferences and available opportunities.
- AWARDS & RECOGNITION: Professional Recognition
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Online judging November-December 2026 and November – December 2027
Purpose: Judges review nominations and rank submissions based on established criteria and assist in awarding winners that recognize excellence, including Industry Professional of the Year, Organization of the Year, Emerging Leader of the Year, and Professional Excellence Awards. Volunteers may serve on a secondary assignment based on preferences and available opportunities.
- CONFERENCE PROGRAM TASK FORCE
Term: October 1, 2026 – December 31, 2028
Meetings: Submission rankings from September – November of each term year, and other online meetings as needed
Purpose: The Conference Program Task Force reviews and ranks speaker submissions through the Call for Presentations for the annual IPMI Conference & Expo. Volunteers commit to 100 percent participation and rate up to 40 submissions each during a one-month period. Volunteers may serve on a secondary assignment based on preferences and available opportunities.
- EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Term: October 1, 2026 – August 31, 2028
Meetings: Typically, online monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Purpose: The Education Development Committee creates, delivers, and evaluates professional development training opportunities in alignment with the PTMP Role Delineation Study. Volunteers create content for IPMI and the United States Green Building Council/Green Building Certification Institute. The committee may also support the development of content, resources, and other initiatives aligned with IPMI's strategic priorities.
- LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Typically, online monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Purpose: The Leadership Development Committee will explore and identify ways to advance and accelerate leadership development which may include conducting presentations, creating webinar content and delivery as well as writing articles, blogs or creating member surveys. Other strategies for providing expanded leadership development may also be explored and created including new products or member services. The committee may also support the development of educational content, resources, and other initiatives aligned with IPMI's strategic priorities.
- PARKSMART & SUSTAINABLE MOBILITY WORKING GROUP
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Online, bi-monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Proposed Purpose: The Parksmart & Sustainable Mobility Working Group advances IPMI's sustainable mobility initiatives by supporting the Parksmart program, contributing subject matter expertise, and assisting with the development and review of Parksmart and sustainability newsletters, content, courses, and related resources. Volunteers create related content for IPMI and the United States Green Building Council/Green Building Certification Institute.
- PLANNING & BUILT ENVIRONMENT COMMITTEE
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Online, bi-monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Purpose: The Planning and Built Environment Committee explores issues and provides resources on planning, architecture, engineering, construction, and real estate, including the design and adaptation of new and future facilities with a focus on innovation. The committee supports the development of educational content, resources, and other initiatives aligned with IPMI's strategic priorities.
- TECHNOLOGY COMMITTEE
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Typically, online monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Purpose: The Technology Committee provides education and best practices on cutting‐edge technology, implementing that technology, on leveraging multiple technologies as the industry advances and evolves. The committee develops and presents high-visibility educational sessions, including an annual presentation. Volunteers contribute to technology-related content for newsletters, collaborative articles, presentations and publications, and additional areas of research. The committee may also support the development of educational content, resources, and other initiatives aligned with IPMI's strategic priorities.
- TRANSPORTATION EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY COMMITTEE
Term: October 1, 2026 – May 31, 2028
Meetings: Typically, online monthly meetings from October through May of each term year
Purpose: The Transportation Equity and Accessibility Committee explores issues, emerging trends, and leading practices related to transportation equity and accessibility. The committee provides insights and perspectives that help inform IPMI initiatives and the parking, transportation, and mobility profession. The committee may also support the development of educational content, resources, and other initiatives aligned with IPMI's strategic priorities.
- AD-HOC (Other)
IPMI periodically seeks volunteers to support short-term projects on organizational initiatives. If you would like to be considered for these opportunities, select Ad Hoc (Other) on your application and use your statement of interest to describe your areas of interest and expertise. Volunteers may serve on a secondary assignment based on preferences and available opportunities.
When you are ready to apply, click the Register Now button located on the right-side panel of this page. (Please note, you must be logged into the member database to apply. You can reset your password on the home screen, or e-mail membership@parking-mobility.org for assistance.)
Thank you for your interest in volunteering with IPMI. Our volunteers play an important role in advancing our mission and supporting the parking, transportation, and mobility profession.
Qualifications
To be considered for a volunteer appointment, applicants must:
- Be an IPMI member in good standing.
- Have a genuine interest in supporting IPMI and advancing its mission.
- Be able to commit the time needed to actively participate throughout the volunteer term.
- Agree to and abide by IPMI's Anti-Trust and Confidentiality policies, as well as all other applicable volunteer policies.
Selecting Volunteer Opportunities
Please select your top three choices. We encourage you to carefully review each group's purpose and expected responsibilities before making your selections. While you may express interest in multiple groups, applicants will be generally be appointed to one group for the volunteer term, with specific exceptions as noted.
Submitting Your Application
When you are ready to apply, click the Register Now button located on the right-side panel of this page. (Please note, you must be logged into the member database to apply. You can reset your password on the home screen, or e-mail membership@parking-mobility.org for assistance.)
Complete the application, including your statement of interest, where you share why you are interested in serving. Please address your interest in each group within your statement, highlighting any relevant experience, expertise, or perspective you would bring.
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