Joseph A. Everett is the Chief Deputy of Administrative Operations for the Los Angeles Fire Department, where he brings over 33 years of service to the City of Los Angeles. In this role, Chief Everett provides executive oversight for the Fire Prevention, Administrative Services, Training & Support, Information Technology Bureaus, and Risk Management.
A leader in both organizational strategy and operational readiness, Chief Everett previously served as Assistant Chief of Operations West Bureau. There, he acted as Incident Commander for major emergencies, including the Palisades Fire, and led complex multi-agency responses. He is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive culture and has championed recruitment initiatives to build a diverse workforce that reflects the community.
Chief Everett holds a Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership and a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Services Management. He is also a recipient of the LA County Fire Department Lifeguard Division Medal of Valor.