Documents/FRBOIG/Values


  • Value [1] Independence
    • Independence is a fundamental value guiding the OIG's operations and our relationship with the Board and the Bureau. In all matters, we will make independent and objective judgmentsfree from - undue internal and external influences or pressures or other organizational impairments. - actual or perceived personal bias, financial conflicts of interest, or other personal impairments or conflicts of interest.

  • Value [2] Integrity
    • The OIG adheres to the highest standards of integrity in its dealings with its stakeholders, including the Board, the Bureau, Congress, and the public. We will - operate under the highest ethical principles. - be honest, candid, and fair. - conduct our work in an objective, fact-based, non-partisan, and non-ideological manner. - use government information, resources, and positions for official purposes only.

  • Value [3] Excellence
    • Achieving our mission demands quality; high performance standards; and an experienced, skilled, and motivated professional workforce. We will - provide high-quality results on time and in a fiscally responsible manner. - issue well-supported reports that make constructive recommendations to address problems and issues, with proper consideration of the Board's and the Bureau's missions, goals, functions, and risks. - direct our recruitment, hiring, training and development, assignment, and evaluation processes to ensure a highly competent workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities. - build efficiency, effectiveness, quality assurance, and security into our technology infrastructure, internal operations, and work processes.

  • Value [4] Professionalism
    • We effectively use our knowledge, skills, and experience to perform our duties, in good faith and with integrity. In our day-to-day work, we will - exercise good judgment and common sense. - treat others with respect and dignity. - follow applicable laws, regulations, and standards. - conduct our work in a constructive manner.

  • Value [5] Empowerment
    • The OIG recognizes the need to effectively manage its human resources and remains committed to ensuring a working environment that empowers employee initiative, productivity, accountability, and professional growth. We will - reward for excellence. - foster continuous improvement. - promote teamwork, innovative thinking, and information sharing. - provide work-life balance that strives to be family-friendly and considers organization and employee goals and objectives.

  • Value [6] Diversity
    • The OIG recognizes and respects individuals' differences and unique contributions, and fosters a work environment that optimizes the potential of all employees. We will - seek to recruit and maintain a diverse workforce. - treat employees fairly and equitably. - respect cultural differences. - foster continuing education.

  • Value [7] Public Interest
    • The public interest is defined as the collective well-being of the community of people and entities that we serve. We will seek to - protect the public interest. - preserve the public trust.