What is Being Proposed?
Mayor Karen Bass is nominating Jaime Moore to serve as Fire Chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department, subject to City Council confirmation. The appointment is made pursuant to the Los Angeles City Charter Section 508(b), requiring the Mayor to certify that the appointee is especially qualified by training and experience for the position.
Why?
The Mayor certifies that Mr. Moore is especially qualified for the Fire Chief role based on his extensive background and training. The position requires leadership of one of the nation's largest and most complex urban fire departments, and Moore's career demonstrates the necessary qualifications to lead this organization.
Key Details
Jaime E. Moore brings over 30 years of progressive leadership experience with the Los Angeles Fire Department. He currently serves as Deputy Chief of Operations for the Valley Bureau (since June 2024) and previously held positions as Deputy Chief of the Equity and Human Resources Bureau and Deputy Chief of Operations South Bureau. Moore holds a Master's degree in Emergency Services Administration from California State University Long Beach, a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from UCLA, and professional certifications including Executive Fire Officer (EFO) and Chief Fire Officer (CFO). He is bilingual in English and Spanish and is noted as the first Mexican American to serve as Deputy Chief of Operations Valley Bureau.
Impact
The appointment affects the operational leadership of the LAFD and its ability to respond to emergencies across Los Angeles. If confirmed by City Council, Moore will direct emergency response, training, and community engagement across the entire department. His background emphasizes equity leadership, diversity, community partnerships, and modernization—areas that will shape the department's future direction and public safety priorities.