Prince George’s Appoints Barry Stanton as Acting Chief Administrative Officer

Acting County Executive Tara H. Jackson announced the appointment of Mr. Barry L. Stanton to serve as the County’s Acting Chief Administrative Officer (ACAO).

Mr. Stanton has served in the Office of the County Executive for two administrations, including in his current role as Deputy Chief Administrative Officer (DCAO) for Public Safety and Homeland Security. He begins his role as ACAO effective immediately.

“We are excited to appoint Mr. Stanton to the role of Acting Deputy Chief Administrative Officer,” said Acting County Executive Jackson. “With more than 40 years of experience, Mr. Stanton brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to this role. The County will continue to benefit from his leadership in his new role as we continue our efforts to improve the quality of life of all Prince Georgians and ensure our County remains a great place of opportunity and growth for all.”

Mr. Stanton first joined Prince George’s County Government as the Director of the Department of Corrections in 1997, where he was responsible for overseeing a $65 million budget, managing a $30 million capital construction program, and leading strategic and organizational planning. Following his 10-year tenure with the Department of Corrections, Mr. Stanton went on to serve as Assistant County Manager for Frederick County for 3 years, and in 2010, he was appointed County Manager, becoming the first African American to hold that position. In this role, Mr. Stanton oversaw all Frederick County Government agency operations, created Frederick County’s first Office of Sustainability, and directed the creation and implementation of the County’s first strategic plan, while simultaneously serving as Acting Director of the Division of Fire & Rescue.
“It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as Acting Chief Administrative Officer,” said ACAO Stanton. “As I step into this important role, I am committed to serving the residents of this County by fostering a culture of collaboration, transparency, and innovation across our County Government. We will continue our efforts to ensure that we as a government are able to thrive, adapt, and meet the needs of those we serve. As ACAO, I look forward to serving with integrity, determination, and a shared vision for a brighter Prince George’s.”
To learn more about this appointment see the full press release.