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Internal audits conducted by the City of Tulsa Auditor’s Office provide independent, in-depth evaluations of how well Tulsa’s government programs, departments, and services are operating. These audits focus on efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability, ensuring that city resources are used wisely and that services meet the needs of Tulsa’s residents. The office’s team includes experts in IT auditing and data analysis, who assess the security, accuracy, and effectiveness of the city’s digital systems and technology infrastructure. Financial auditors evaluate the city’s spending, budgeting, and fiscal management, while performance auditors investigate how well city programs and services achieve their intended results.

Findings from these audits are shared with the Mayor, City Council, city management, and the public to promote transparency and drive meaningful change. By identifying inefficiencies, risks, and areas for improvement, the City Auditor’s Office provides data-driven recommendations that help city departments enhance service delivery, optimize financial practices, and strengthen public trust. Whether analyzing technology systems, reviewing financial health, or improving service outcomes, our team is committed to making Tulsa’s government work better for everyone.

After an audit report is issued, the City of Tulsa Auditor’s Office follows up with department managers to track their progress in implementing corrective actions. Each year, departments are required to report on their efforts, detailing whether recommended changes have been completed, are in progress, or will not be pursued due to changing conditions. This ongoing monitoring process helps maintain accountability and ensures that audit findings are not just documented but acted upon.

Community Engagement is at the heart of the City of Tulsa Auditor’s Office mission to ensure transparency, accountability, and efficiency in Tulsa’s government. Audits don’t just rely on data and internal reviews; they also incorporate input from the people who experience city services firsthand — people like you. Through public surveys, town halls, social media feedback, and direct conversations with residents, businesses, and community organizations, the City of Tulsa Auditor’s Office gathers valuable insights about what’s working, what isn’t, and where improvements are needed.

The City Auditor's Office offers an Ethics Hotline for employees, vendors, and residents to report fraud, waste, or abuse in city government. The hotline is operated by NAVEX Global, an independent company specializing in ethics and compliance. Reports about fraud, waste, or abuse can be made anonymously, and all cases will be reviewed while protecting the privacy of the reporter as allowed by the Oklahoma Open Records Act. Visit the Ethics Violation Hotline page for more information.