Administrative and coordinating work involving state-owned railroad properties plus administration of state and federal funds available for the State's railroad program. Work is performed under the supervision of the Director of Rail, Air, and Public Transportation for the Agency of Transportation. Supervision is exercised over a small staff of professional and clerical assistants.
Extensive liaisons occur with railroad operators who lease state railroad property.
Monitors track structure and safety of rail operations. Provides technical assistance to Transportation Board, Agency personnel, other state agencies, railroad officials and the general public regarding federal and state laws, Agency policy and regulations, property ownership and historical information. Administers federal and state rail programs. Coordinates contracted projects with other agency divisions. Orders materials for installation by railroads.