Independent Offices

Supporting the DOE Mission

The Department of Energy (DOE) has offices that operate independently from the traditional reporting structure to maintain their autonomy and protect their specific missions

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Office of the Inspector General

The Office of the Inspector General helps the Department and the American taxpayer by strengthening the integrity, economy, and efficiency of the Department’s programs and operations, including deterring and detecting fraud, waste, abuse and mismanagement.

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Office of the Ombudsman

The Office of the Ombudsman provides confidential, independent, informal and neutral support to DOE federal employees facing workplace challenges.