Jay Simonton has over 25 years of public service experience.  He started his career at the City of Yuma as a Project Manager, specializing in Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Projects. He was promoted to Director of Utilities in 2010 and led the department for almost a decade before being promoted to the role of Deputy City Administrator. 

As Deputy City Administrator he oversees the Public Works, Engineering, Utilities, and Parks and Recreation departments. Jay has an extensive background in the areas of municipal infrastructure, water and wastewater utilities, and engineering.

He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology and a Master of Public Administration from Northern Arizona University.

In November 2021, the City Council appointed him as Interim City Administrator.