Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy)

Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy) Type: Independent Agency Parent organization: Department of Energy Employees: 250 Executive: Inspector General Budget: $50 million (estimated annual budget) Address: 1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585 Website: https://www.energy.gov/ig/ Creation Legislation: Inspector General Act of 1978 Wikipedia: Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy)

Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy) [{"name":"Office of Inspector General (Department of Energy)","title":"\u003Ca class=\"mw-selflink selflink\"\u003EOffice of Inspector General (Department of Energy)\u003C\/a\u003E","lat":38.887,"lon":-77.02577,"otherValues":{"HeadquartersAddress":"1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585"}}] This map created from a Cargo query ()

Mission The Office of Inspector General (OIG) at the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) promotes economy, efficiency, and effectiveness in the administration of DOE programs and operations. It seeks to prevent and detect fraud, waste, abuse, and mismanagement, ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of public funds.

Services Audits; Inspections; Investigations; Fraud Awareness

Regulations

United States Department of Energy, Office of the Inspector General
File:Seal of the United States Department of Energy.svg Seal of the U.S. Department of Energy
File:Teri L. Donaldson.jpg Incumbent Teri L. Donaldson since January 23, 2019
United States Department of Energy
Seat	Washington, D.C.
Formation	1977
First holder	J. Kenneth Mansfield
Deputy	Jennifer Quinones
Website	energy.gov/ig/office-inspector-general

The U.S. Department of Energy Office of Inspector General (DOE OIG) is an Inspector General office created by the Department of Energy Organization Act of 1977. The Inspector General for the Department of Energy is charged with investigating and auditing department programs to combat waste, fraud, and abuse.

Office of Inspector General (OIG) - Department of Energy acts as an independent watchdog over the Department of Energy, ensuring that its programs and activities are conducted with integrity, efficiency, and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Official Site

Mission

The mission of the DOE OIG is to provide independent and objective oversight to improve the integrity, accountability, and performance of DOE programs and operations. By conducting audits, inspections, and investigations, it aims to identify inefficiencies, prevent fraud, and protect taxpayer investments in energy and science.

Parent organization

The OIG is an independent entity within the United States Department of Energy, reporting directly to Congress and the DOE Secretary to maintain its autonomy.

Legislation

The DOE Office of Inspector General was established by the Inspector General Act of 1978, which created OIGs across various federal departments to oversee operations and prevent malfeasance.

Partners

• Department of Justice for legal actions based on OIG findings.
• Other Inspectors General for shared investigations or audits.
• Various law enforcement agencies for collaborative efforts.

Number of employees

The OIG employs approximately 250 staff members, including auditors, investigators, and support personnel.

Organization structure

The OIG structure includes:

• **Audit Services** for examining financial statements and program operations.
• **Investigations** to look into allegations of fraud, waste, or abuse.
• **Inspections and Special Reviews** for evaluating DOE's management practices.
• **Management and Administration** to support the OIG's operational needs.

Leader

The OIG is headed by the Inspector General, with Teri L. Donaldson currently serving in this position.

Divisions

• **Audit Services** - Conducts financial and performance audits.
• **Investigations** - Handles criminal and administrative investigations.
• **Inspections and Special Reviews** - Focuses on systemic issues and special projects.

List of programs

• Financial and Performance Audits
• Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Investigations
• Special Inspections of DOE Programs
• Whistleblower Protections and Outreach

Last total enacted budget

The OIG's annual budget is approximately $50 million, though exact figures may vary year by year.

Staff

The OIG has around 250 employees dedicated to oversight functions, ensuring the DOE operates efficiently and ethically.

Funding

The budget for the OIG comes from the DOE's general appropriations, with Congress mandating its funding to maintain the office's independence.

Services provided

The OIG provides oversight through audits, investigations, and inspections, aiming to improve program effectiveness, detect and prevent financial mismanagement, and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. It also educates DOE employees and the public on fraud awareness.

Regulations overseen

While not directly overseeing regulations, the OIG audits DOE for compliance with federal laws and regulations, focusing on how they are implemented within DOE programs.

Headquarters address

1000 Independence Ave SW, Washington, DC 20585

History

Established by the Inspector General Act of 1978, the DOE OIG has been instrumental in maintaining accountability within the Department of Energy, addressing issues from the management of nuclear materials to the administration of energy efficiency programs.

History of Inspectors General

Inspector General	Appointment Date
Teri L. Donaldson	January 23, 2019
April Stevenson (Acting)	January 1, 2017
Rickey R. Hass (Acting)	October 1, 2015
Gregory H. Friedman	October 21, 1998
Gregory H. Friedman (Acting)	January 5, 1998
John C. Layton	January 6, 1986
James R. Richards	September 23, 1981
James K. Wright (Acting)	January 22, 1981
J. Kenneth Mansfield	May 24, 1978
Joseph Seltzer (Acting)	October 1, 1977

External links

• Official Website
• wikipedia:Office of Inspector General (United States Department of Energy)