Al Poirier

Al Poirier is a seasoned professional with a strong background in firefighting and emergency services, currently serving with the Los Angeles Fire Department since 1986.

He has extensive experience in Disaster Response Operations, Crisis Leadership, Emergency Management, and EOC Operations.

Al Poirier's skill set includes command, coordination, and oversight of Firefighting and Emergency Medical Services line functions of the Los Angeles Fire Department.

His expertise extends to Policy Development, Budget Strategy, Labor Relations, Performance Management, and Resource Utilization.

Al Poirier holds a Master of Arts in Security Studies/Homeland Defense and Security from the Naval Postgraduate School and has pursued executive education at prestigious institutions like Harvard Kennedy School, University of Notre Dame, and USC Sol Price School of Public Policy.

His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Emergency Services Management, further supplemented by studies in Fire Protection Administration and Technology.

Throughout his career, Al Poirier has held various roles within the City of Los Angeles, such as Chief Deputy of Emergency Operations, Interim General Manager of the Emergency Management Department, and Battalion Chief in several capacities.

Prior to his tenure with the Los Angeles Fire Department, he was engaged as a Framing and Roofing Contractor licensed by the Contractors State License Board.