CAMPAIGN
Establishing San Francisco’s Inspector General
CAMPAIGN
Establishing San Francisco’s Inspector General
Inspector General
San Francisco voters passed Proposition C in November 2024. The measure creates the role of Inspector General within the Controller’s Office. The Inspector General will lead investigations into fraud, waste and abuse, report on public integrity, and make policy recommendations. The Controller’s Office is currently accepting applications for the role of Inspector General, to be filled in 2025.Apply HereImplementation Update
Proposition C Implementation Report
A report issued by the Controller in July 2025 summarizes the preliminary findings of research and preparation to shape the incoming Inspector General position. The Controller sought input from local accountability agencies, subject matter experts, and the public, and researched practices of other local government inspectors general. It is the first phase of a multi-step process to develop this new, voter-mandated role.
Apply to be San Francisco’s Inspector General
In July 2025, the Controller posted a new job announcement for the position of Inspector General. Top candidates will be evaluated by a diverse hiring panel. The announcement may close at any time but no sooner than 5:00 PM on Friday, August 15, 2025. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Next Steps
A candidate of the Controller’s choosing will be brought before the mayor and Board of Supervisors for approval. The Inspector General will develop policies and procedures, assist in hiring additional staff, establish coordination of resources with whistleblower investigators and auditors, and build relationships with enforcement bodies.