Emergency Management Specialist
City of Grand Rapids
Ingrid Scheer, MPA, serves as the Emergency Management Specialist and Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Program Manager for the City of Grand Rapids, MI. In this role since 2024, she leads emergency preparedness initiatives, coordinates disaster response planning, and oversees volunteer engagement through the CERT program. Ingrid brings nearly a decade of experience in local government, including utility services and infrastructure management, providing a strong foundation for resilience planning. She holds a Master's in Public Management and a Bachelor's in Criminal Justice from Grand Valley State University and is a certified Professional Emergency Manager (PEM) in the State of Michigan. Her expertise includes public outreach, social media engagement, and community preparedness. Ingrid is passionate about leveraging collaboration, training, and innovative strategies to strengthen community resilience and emergency readiness.
Monday, November 9, 2026
9:45 AM - 10:45 AM PST