Follow-Up Evaluation of the Congressional Request for Architect of the Capitol’s Response to Sexual Harassment

Submitting OIG:

Architect of the Capitol OIG

Date Issued:

Thursday, June 1, 2023

Agency Reviewed / Investigated:

Architect of the Capitol

Submitting OIG-Specific Report Number:

OIG-FLD-2022-01

Location(s):

Washington, DC

United States

Type of Report:

Inspection / Evaluation

Special Projects:

DEIA

Questioned Costs:

Funds for Better Use:

Number of Recommendations:

Report updated under NDAA 5274:

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Attachment	Size
OIG-FLD-2022-01-Final-Report.pdf	7.45 MB

Related Open Recommendations

Recommendation Number	Recommendation Status	Significant Recommendation
1	Open	No
We recommend that the Diversity, Inclusion and Dispute Resolution Office (DI/DR) develop and implement office specific policies and procedures for documenting, monitoring and reporting cases in Entellitrak to ensure quality non- Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and EEO data.
2	Open	No
We recommend that the Diversity, Inclusion and Dispute Resolution Office (DI/DR) perform a climate assessment for jurisdictions that frequently work with the public to identify and address concerns regarding nonemployee harassment and hostile work environments.
4	Open	No
We recommend that the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) develop or update policies and procedures to address how the agency will document and investigate nonemployee harassment.
6	Open	No
We recommend that the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) document and implement a process to conduct follow up inquiries after resolution to identify employee concerns, verify safety, address fears of retaliation and ensure effective reintegration (as appropriate) to minimize negative impacts on its workforce.
7	Open	No
We recommend that the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) update AOC Order 24-1 Conciliation Program Guide, May 22, 2013, to ensure it is providing consistent and current information about the conciliation process and resources available.
8	Open	No
We recommend that the Diversity, Inclusion and Dispute Resolution Office (DI/DR) develop office specific internal policies and procedures that require regular communication and updates to individuals on the status of their complaints and cases.
9	Open	No
We recommend that the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) develop and implement a process to report Equal Employment Opportunity-related information, as appropriate, to increase transparency and employee trust.
10	Open	No
We recommend that the Diversity, Inclusion and Dispute Resolution Office (DI/DR) develop and implement a process to receive and document recommendations and actions taken by Architect of the Capitol jurisdictions deciding officials involving sexual harassment allegations.
11	Open	No
We recommend that the Diversity, Inclusion and Dispute Resolution Office (DI/DR) update its anti-harassment training to include language options that employees commonly use; examples specific to the Architect of the Capitol (AOC) workplace and workforce; consequences for supervisors if they fail to fulfill their responsibilities related to reporting and preventing harassment, retaliation and other prohibited conduct; consequences for misconduct; and explanations of the complaint process.

Architect of the Capitol OIG

Architect of the Capitol

Vision

The Architect of the Capitol's (AOC) Office of Inspector General (OIG), promotes efficiency and effectiveness to deter and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse in AOC operations and programs. We do this through value-added, transparent, and independent audits, inspections and evaluations, and investigations. The OIG is a high-performing team, promoting positive change and striving for continuous improvement in AOC management and operations. We foster an environment that inspires AOC workforce trust and confidence in our work.

Mission

The OIG promotes efficiency and effectiveness to deter and prevent fraud, waste and mismanagement in AOC operations and programs. We do this through value-added, transparent and independent audits, evaluations and investigations. We strive to positively affect the AOC and benefit the taxpayer while keeping the AOC and Congress fully informed.

The AOC Inspector General (IG) Act of 2007, codified at 2 U.S.C. § 1808, established the OIG. This legislation applies some sections of the IG Act of 1978 as amended, specifically Sections 4, 5 (other than Subsections (a)(13) and (3) and (e)(1)(B) thereof), 6 (other than Subsection (a)(7) and (8) thereof), and 7. The IG is under the general supervision of the Architect of the Capitol. The mission of this independent office is to:

1. Conduct, supervise, and coordinate audits, inspection and evaluations, and investigations relating to AOC programs and operations.

2. Review existing and proposed legislation and regulations that impact AOC programs and operations and comment in the semiannual report regarding the impact on the economy, efficiency, or the prevention and detection of fraud and abuse of such legislation and regulations.

3. Recommend policies for AOC activities to promote economy and efficiency or prevent and detect fraud and abuse in its programs and operations.

4. Provide a means of keeping the Architect of the Capitol and the Congress fully and currently informed about problems and deficiencies relating to the administration of Agency programs and operations and the need for and progress of corrective action. This is generally done by issuing the Semiannual Report to Congress.

“Legislative Branch agencies including the Architect of the Capitol are not subject to the Whistleblower Protection Act or the Whistleblower Protection Enhancement Act; however, AOC employees are covered under the Congressional Accountability Act of 1995, as amended.”

The AOC OIG is a member of the Council of Inspectors General for Integrity and Efficiency.

https://aocoig.oversight.gov/

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Follow-Up Evaluation of the Congressional Request for Architect of the Capitol’s Response to Sexual Harassment

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