Jay A. Brown, Ph.D.

Dr. Jay A. Brown, of Henrico County, is Deputy County Administrator for Administrative Services for Hanover County. He previously served as Director of the Department of Budget and Strategic Planning for the City of Richmond since 2014

Dr. Brown earned a bachelor's degree in Political Science from Hampton University, a master's degree in Public Administration from Virginia Tech and a Ph.D. in Public Policy and Administration from Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr. Brown served as Vice Rector in 2021-2023.

Dr. Brown was appointed in 2016 by Governor Terry McAuliffe and reappointed in 2020 by Governor Ralph Northam.

Dr. Brown's second term expires June 30, 2024.