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Organizational Responsibilities

 

Commissioner:  Gena L. Abraham, Ph.D.

Oversees the operation of the Georgia Department of Transportation.  Has the authority to employ, discharge, promote and supervise the personnel needed for the effective operation and administration of the department.

 Gena Abraham

 

Deputy Commissioner: Buddy Gratton, P.E.

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Assists the Commissioner in maintaining and operating the activities of the Georgia DOT.  Oversees the Offices of Communications, Equipment Management, Human Resources and State Aid, and the divisions of Equal Employment Opportunity, Field Districts, Information Technology and Legal Services.

Buddy Gratton

Equal Employment Opportunity Division Information Technology Division
Enables the Georgia DOT to comply with federal and state guidelines as they relate to fair and equitable hiring practices. Manages department's new and existing computer applications and computer network.  Oversees department's electronic processing budget, configuration and asset management.  Also develops information technology policy, standards and strategic planning functions.
Field Districts Division Legal Services Division
Responsible for operating and maintaining the transportation system in each of Georgia DOT's seven districts to ensure proper utilization of resources and adherence to prevailing policies. Provides legal research and other general legal assistance services concerning recurring issues of interest to the Department.

 

Chief Engineer: Gerald Ross, P.E.

Supervises and directs all engineering-related activities within the department to ensure the efficient planning, construction, operation and maintenance of transportation systems statewide. Also, oversees the divisions of Construction, Operations, Preconstruction and Transportation Planning, Data and Intermodal Development.

Gerald Ross

Construction Division Operations Division
Responsible for advertisement, letting and awarding of projects.  This division is also responsible for the construction of projects, transportation research, testing of materials, contract payments and contract claims. Ensures a safe and efficient transportation system by controlling operational features, addressing maintenance needs, setting policies, and regulating the proper use of Georgia highway facilities.
Preconstruction Division Transportation Planning, Data and Intermodal Development Division
Develops right-of-way plans, construction plans, and bid documents through a cooperative effort that results in project design and implementation. Responsible for the transportation planning process, which includes determining the future transportation needs in Georgia and funding for projects.

 

Treasurer: Earl Mahfuz

Manages all financial matters for the Georgia DOT.  Responsible for acquiring and accounting for all funds the department is entitled to receive.  Develops policies for administering funds for the department. Also prepares and maintains the six year Construction Work Program and project schedules.  Oversees the Offices of Audits, Budget Services. Also oversees the Administration Division.

Earl Mahfuz

Administration Division
Maintains Georgia DOT payroll, accounting records and payments to contractors and consultants.  Responsible for the management of all departmental equipment and office supplies.  Also operates Georgia DOT aircraft.

Updated December 12, 2007. 11:58

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