Williamson County Names New Purchasing Agent

WILLIAMSON COUNTY, TX — The Williamson County Commissioners Court named Joy Simonton as the new county purchasing agent, officials said Wednesday.

Simonton previously worked for the City of Leander as purchasing agent and general services manager, according to an advisory. She earned a master’s degree in public administration from Walden University, according to a county-provided bio. Moreover, officials noted, she is a Certified Professional Public Buyer and a member of the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council and the Texas Public Purchasing Association.

Simonton's first day on the job will be Feb. 17, county officials said. She succeeds Randy Barker, who is retiring after serving as county purchasing agent for the past four years.

“We are very excited to have Joy Simonton join our Williamson County family," Williamson County Judge Bill Gravell said in a prepared statement. "She is extremely knowledgeable in public procurement and will be a great addition to our team. Randy Barker has provided great leadership for us during his time at Williamson County, especially during a pandemic. We are very sorry to see him go, but wish him the best in his retirement.”