The Oakland City Auditor is independently elected by the voters of Oakland. Independence is the best assurance that the Auditor will be objective, impartial and resolute when reviewing City related business and program activities.

The City Auditor is not connected to any other City Department and has no responsibilities in the day-to-day financial and accounting operations of the City of Oakland.

The job of the City Auditor is to analyze financial and programmatic activities of the City and to issue reports to elected decision makers, City Administration and the public detailing findings, conclusions, and recommendations. The City Auditor is Oakland's full-time watchdog.

The City Auditor welcomes and encourages requests for audits and reviews from the City Administration, Mayor, City Council and from Oakland citizens.