Division of Compliance and Oversight
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The Division of Compliance and Oversight (DCO) safeguards organizational excellence by upholding the highest standards of credibility, integrity, and transparency. DCO fulfills this mission through three core functions: conducting rigorous internal control audits across all Bureau components; serving as the Bureau's primary liaison with external oversight entities, including the Government Accountability Office and the Department of Justice Office of the Inspector General; and promoting a discrimination-free workplace environment by delivering comprehensive training and guidance while ensuring the fair, efficient, and impartial processing and management of discrimination complaints.
Internal Auditing
The Internal Auditing Branch (IAB) conducts audits of the Bureau focused on internal controls, ICE compliance, and OMB Circular A-123 requirements. Internal control audits assess current policies, procedures, and systems designed to ensure effective risk management, accurate financial reporting, and regulatory compliance. ICE compliance audits assess Bureau facilities that house ICE detainees to ensure compliance with both Bureau and ICE standards, as well as adherence to the inter-agency agreement. Lastly, A-123 audits are conducted in support of the required assurance memorandum from the Attorney General to the President and Congress. Internal auditing ensures credibility, integrity, and transparency through rigorous compliance and proactive oversight to ensure the safe and efficient operation of institutions for staff and inmates.
External Auditing
The External Auditing Branch (EAB) coordinates the Bureau's engagements with external oversight bodies, including the Government Accountability Office (GAO) and Office of the Inspector General, as well as audits specific to Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) compliance. EAB is also responsible for coordinating the Bureau's annual response to the GAO High Risk Series, Strengthening the Management of Federal Prison Systems; monitoring strategic planning and enterprise risk management; and providing support for Executive Team meetings.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Office ensures thorough, expedient, impartial processing and management of discrimination complaints and provides prompt professional responses to inquiries while encouraging informal resolution. Through training and outreach, the office promotes EEO principles and fosters discrimination and harassment-free environment. The office also ensures compliance with federal and administrative court orders in EEO matters.