OHSEP Director

Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness
Director: Chris Hebert

Christopher D. “Chris” Hebert was appointed Lafayette Parish OHSEP Director on September 28, 2026. He brings more than 26 years of leadership experience spanning military service, healthcare administration, business operations, and emergency response.

Chris served 26 years with the Louisiana Army National Guard, completing three overseas deployments and serving as an intelligence analyst with a Top Secret security clearance and an Infantry Operations Non-Commissioned Officer. He also supported multiple federal disaster response operations throughout Louisiana, coordinating with local and state officials during major natural disasters. His distinguished military service was recognized with two Bronze Stars and the Legion of Merit.

In the private sector, Chris held senior leadership positions in healthcare administration and operations, overseeing large teams, complex budgets, major construction projects, organizational growth initiatives, and multimillion-dollar government programs.

Chris holds a Master of Business Administration, a Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies, summa cum laude, and is a graduate of the United States Sergeants Major Academy. A resident of Maurice, he brings extensive leadership, operational, and emergency response experience to his role serving Lafayette Parish.