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Joseph E. Mieczkowski
Joe Mieczkowski is a Civil War battlefield guide, historian and educator. Having received his Bachelor’s Degree from Salem College and his Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Pennsylvania State University, Joe’s education provided the foundation to support his 37 year career with the Social Security Administration. He served in a variety of locations and positions, including 16 years as a Manager and Area Director in Washington, D.C. and he retired in 2011 from federal service as the Area Director in Harrisburg, PA. Joe is considered to be an expert in strategic planning, leadership training, and operations. Having provided impressive and successful oversight to over 600 frontline employees and 28 facilities while with the SSA, Joe is a two time recipient of the Agency’s highest honor, the Commissioner’s Citation.
Joe is an Adjunct Professor for local community colleges, teaching courses in various aspects of American History, including Rival Teams, The Lincoln and Davis Administration. In addition, Joe teaches management and leadership courses including project management and executive development. Joe is an instructor at The National Fire Academy in Emmitsburg, MD.
As a leadership training consultant, Joe works with numerous educational, governmental, and corporate organizations. Joe is on the faculty of The Lincoln Leadership Institute in Gettysburg, PA.
He is a Licensed Battlefield for the Gettysburg National Military Park, and is a Past President of The Gettysburg Civil War Roundtable. Joe is also the former President of the Association of Licensed Battlefield Guides.
Joe is a resident of Fairfield, PA, where he lives with his wife, Chris. He has two sons: Andrew Mieczkowski and Thomas Mieczkowski