Jeffrey S. Neistadt, MS, RS

Director of Environmental Health and Preparedness

National Association of Local Boards of Health

Bowling Green, OH  43402

Biography

Jeff Neistadt earned a BS degree in Environmental Health Science from Ohio University and a MS degree in Environmental Management through the University of Findlay.

 Currently, Jeff is the Director of Environmental Health and Emergency Preparedness with the National Association of Local Boards of Health (NALBOH).  There are approximately 3,200 local boards of health throughout the country.  As the Project Director, Jeff is responsible for managing all environmental health and public health preparedness training and education programs. 

Prior to his work at NALBOH, Jeff worked as an Epidemiologist and Registered Sanitarian within local health districts.  That experience allowed him to work in a variety of environmental health programs including lead poisoning prevention, private sewage & water, food safety, recreational waters, vector control, and solid/infectious waste.  

Leadership Development Opportunities

Through the EPHLI institute, I have acquired many tools that I can utilize every day at work as well as in my personal life.  The institute taught me new thought processes that really get to the root of the problem.  It also has helped me tremendously with conflict management as well as helping me understand personal and organizational behavior. The institute also provided excellent networking opportunities and new friends.