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EPA and Department of Veterans Affairs to connect veterans with jobs in water sectors

Posted Wed, 2012/05/30 - 10:56am by RCAP

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Vocational Rehabilitation and Employment Program announced today a memorandum of understanding to connect veterans with disabilities to career opportunities in the water and wastewater sectors -- such as at wastewater plants and drinking water facilities -- as part of EPA’s Water Sector Workforce Initiative.

Happy birthday, USDA!

Posted Tue, 2012/05/15 - 2:25pm by RCAP

Agriculture Secretary Vilsack celebrates USDA's 150th year of service, highlights ways the 'Every day, Every Way' department works for American people

WASHINGTON, May 15, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today marked the 150th anniversary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture and highlighted the positive impact that USDA has on the life of Americans each day.

EPA blog: From coast to coast, skills for American workers

Posted Tue, 2012/02/14 - 11:24am by RCAP

Nancy Stoner, acting Assistant Administrator for EPA’s Office of Water, blogged about her visits to Atlanta and San Francisco, where she toured environmental education and green building centers.  In the post, Stoner discusses the opportunities these centers provide for new skills and career possibilities.

Read Stoner's post