Know the Code: Camp Ethics

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Know the Code is a monthly series highlighting different sections of the County of San Diego Code of Ethics.  The mission of the Office of Ethics and Compliance (OEC) is to assist in fulfilling the County’s commitment to the highest standards of ethics and compliance.

By the Office of Ethics and Compliance

Mark your calendar for upcoming Ethics Awareness Month activities! OEC has an exciting month of activities planned in March to celebrate and strengthen our culture of ethics and integrity.

March 2: Meet the Office of Ethics and Compliance team at an Ethics Awareness Month kickoff 7:30 to 9 a.m. in the lobby of the County Administration Center and again from 11:30 to 1 p.m. in Community 1600, the community space on the southside of the fourth floor.

March 7: Hear Human Resources Director Susan Brazeau discuss ethics from noon to 12:30 p.m. This virtual event will be held on Zoom. It is the first event in the Speaker Series.

March 16: Don’t miss the Ethics Fair at the County Operations Center plaza from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. The theme this year is “Camp Ethics.” There will be activities, giveaways, information about County departments and other resources. Participating departments include General Services, HHSA Compliance Office, Probation, SDCERA and Sheriff.

March 21: Health and Human Services Agency Compliance Officer Christy Carlson will talk ethics from noon to 12:30 p.m. This virtual event will be held on Zoom. It is the second event in the Speakers Series.

March 28: County Counsel Claudia Silva will share her thoughts on ethics from noon to 12:30 p.m. This virtual event will be held on Zoom. It is the third and final event in the Speaker Series.

Other ways to champion ethics in the workplace include:

  • Recommit to the Code of Ethics. Our code of ethics is the foundation of our County culture.

  • Share your favorite Know the Code micro-learning (posted on InSite and LMS).

  • Request that OEC conduct an on-site ethics training or speak at an upcoming department meeting.

  • Check out the "Ethics In-a-Box” training resources for managers/supervisors.

If you ever have a question about what is ethical, don’t wait to get answers. Employees can always turn to their supervisor or manager first if they have a concern.

Check out the OEC webpage on InSite for information about Ethics Awareness Month, as well as, upcoming Ethics & Compliance training, resources including monthly “Know the Code” articles and micro-training videos.