Welcome to the Jefferson Parish Office of Inspector General:

The Office of Inspector General (OIG) was created by a vote of the people as an oversight authority that could effectively investigate, audit and provide reviews at all levels of Parish government, while remaining autonomous, independent and insulated from improper influence.

Our Vision:

Our vision is to be a resource, a motivation, and an agent for positive, achievable, and sustainable change within Parish government.

Mission Statement:

Our mission is to detect and deter fraud, waste, abuse, and illegal acts through independent oversight. Our mission also extends to promoting efficiency in government by assisting in improving operations and providing increased accountability. We achieve our mission through:

          Administrative and Criminal Investigations

          Audits of Parish contracts and operations

          Evaluation of Parish programs and operations

          Open letters and/or position papers

We publish reports which serve to inform and empower the public with information to hold government, through its elected officials, officers, directors, agents and employees, accountable for the efficient operation of government free from fraud, waste, abuse, misconduct, and corruption.

Quality Assurance:

Our work is completed in compliance with the Principles and Standards published by the Association of Inspector General (“AIG Standards”). It is reviewed every three years by a Peer Review Committee from the Association of Inspectors General. Our work is also subject to an annual review by the Quality Assurance Review Committee, a committee of three individuals selected by the Parish Council, Parish President, and the Ethics and Compliance Commission, respectively. Finally, our reports are received by the Ethics and Compliance Commission at regular public meetings held throughout the year.