City of Detroit Office of Inspector General Email Format
Government AdministrationMichigan, United States2-10 Employees
The City of Detroit Office of Inspector General, created by the 2012 City Charter, acts as a watchdog to promote integrity in city governance by identifying waste, abuse, fraud, and corruption. Its remit covers city employees, elected and appointed officials, other public servants defined by the Charter, and contractors or vendors doing business with the city. The office is led by an Inspector General who serves a single six-year term and is appointed by the Detroit City Council; the staff includes investigators, auditors, and attorneys. Residents and city employees can report suspected misconduct through an online complaint portal. Based in Detroit, Michigan, the office operates within the government administration sector. Its capabilities center on investigative, audit, and legal work to fulfill charter-mandated duties.