The Clerk & Comptroller of Pasco County, Florida, is elected by the citizens of Pasco County and serves as the County Auditor, as authorized by constitutional and statutory provisions. The Clerk & Comptroller established the Department of Inspector General by Charter to perform independent audit, advisory, and investigative services. The Department of Inspector General promotes accountability, integrity, and efficiency within the Clerk & Comptroller’s Office and the Board of County Commissioners.
The Department of Inspector General is organizationally independent. Department staff reports to the Director (Inspector General) who reports functionally and administratively to the Clerk & Comptroller, who is independent of the Board of County Commissioners.
The Clerk & Comptroller is committed to an environment where open, honest communications are the expectation, not the exception. Teammates/employees shall report suspected fraud, waste, or abuse of County assets and resources. The Department of Inspector General is responsible for managing the Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Hotline (Hotline). The Hotline is hosted by a third party provider, EthicsPoint. The reporter may choose to remain anonymous, and the information provided will be sent to the Department of Inspector General by EthicsPoint in a confidential manner. We strive to preserve public trust in government. Hearing from you is important! If you see something, say something.
Ways to report:
What kinds of things should be reported?
Examples include, but are not limited to:
The Hotline should not be used for general complaints or suggestions.
How can teammates/employees report harassment, discrimination, or bargaining unit labor issues?
Note: The Department of Inspector General does not resolve employee grievances, Equal Employment Opportunity complaints, labor disputes, or other personnel concerns.
What do teammates/employees need to know when contacting the Hotline
There are several things to keep in mind when reporting suspected fraud, waste, and abuse. Immediate reporting is necessary, while facts are still fresh in your mind. Reports must answer the questions who, what, when, where, why, and how. Reports that are too vague or cannot be verified can result in a case being closed without action being taken.
The most successful cases are those that include supporting documentation. If available, please provide evidence such as documents, emails, or photos that support your concern. Some reports submitted to the Hotline may not meet the criteria of fraud, waste, and abuse. For these situations we will refer the concern to the appropriate management for further review.
The information you provide regarding an allegation may be considered a public record, unless confidential pursuant to Florida Statute Section 112.3188 or other applicable law. Your report may also remain confidential pursuant to the Florida Whistleblower’s Act.
The Inspector General does not have the authority to audit or investigate the:
After you complete your report, you will be assigned a unique code called a “report key.” Write down your report key and password and keep them in a safe place. You may check your report by either calling the Hotline at 855-I-LOOK-4-PASCO (855-456-6547) or you may click on the grey tab above “Follow-up on a Report.” After 5-6 business days, use your report key and password to follow up on your report. Continue to check periodically to see if there are additional questions for you to answer regarding your report.