JoAnn Brant

JoAnn has been a Human Capital Support Specialist at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for over two decades. She has worked with students for placement in the Pathways Program, Mayor Barry Summer Youth Employment Program, and student volunteer positions.

JoAnn received an Office of Administration and Resource Management Award and an Award for Outstanding Contribution and Commitment to the Mayor Marion Barry Summer Youth Employment Program. Other awards included the Suzanne E. Olive Award for Exemplary Leadership in National EEO-Non-Managerial for her efforts in creating innovative approaches, building constructive relationships, and successfully managing employment outreach.

JoAnn received the Bronze Medal for Commendable Service for exemplary performance supporting EPA’s outreach to the American Indian and Alaska Native Communities.

As part of her outreach efforts to Native American students, JoAnn coordinates the Student Program for the Society of American Indian Government Employees (SAIGE) at the annual training program. The SAIGE Student Program encourages Native American college students to realize their potential to provide leadership in their communities and consider government careers. JoAnn received a Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy from the University of Buffalo. She owned her business for seven years, providing Native American health clinics and hospitals with medical supplies and equipment. She is an enrolled member of the Oneida Thames Indian Nation and from the Bear Clan. JoAnn will be retiring from Federal Service at the end of the year.