Assistant Chief Evette McKenzie has dedicated 19 years with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office and has over 20 years of law enforcement experience. During her tenure with the Gwinnett County Sheriff’s Office, Assistant Chief McKenzie has served in various administrative positions within the Jail Operations Division. She has provided oversight for managers, supervisors, and deputies who are responsible for the daily operations of specialized units within the Sheriff’s Office. Earlier in her career, she served as a detention officer for two years with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. Assistant Chief McKenzie holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Brenau University, a Master of Business Administration degree from Columbia Southern University and was a member of the Georgia Jail Association’s Executive Board for 10 years.