About

The Office of Ethics and Compliance investigates allegations of improper county government activity and discrimination of County employees and within County programs. We also oversee the implementation of County policies and the Code of Ethics. 

Mission Statement

The Office of Ethics and Compliance is dedicated to assisting in fulfilling the County’s commitment to the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

We are dedicated to fostering a culture of integrity among County staff by:

• Serving as a County resource in addressing ethical and compliance matters.
• Implementing the County’s Code of Ethics and developing policies, programs, and trainings that promote ethics and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Receiving and reviewing complaints alleging unlawful discrimination, fraud, waste and abuse or other allegations of improper County government activity.

Contact 

County Administration Center
1600 Pacific Highway, Room 400
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (619) 531-5174
E-Mail: OEC@sdcounty.ca.gov