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Whistleblower Retaliation Protection

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About the FDIC:

The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is an independent agency created by the Congress to maintain stability and public confidence in the nation's financial system. The FDIC insures deposits; examines and supervises financial institutions for safety, soundness, and consumer protection; makes large and complex financial institutions resolvable; and manages receiverships.

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Whistleblower Protection Rights

Any FDIC employee or applicant for a FDIC position is protected against negative employment actions taken in retaliation for making protected disclosures.

Protected whistleblowing is defined as disclosing information which the discloser reasonably believes evidences:

  1. a violation of law, rule, or regulation,
  2. gross mismanagement,
  3. gross waste of funds,
  4. an abuse of authority, or
  5. a substantial and specific danger to public health or safety.
Directive FDIC 2400.2 Whistleblower Protection Rights

What Can You Do If You Believe Whistleblower Retaliation Has Occurred?

If you believe that you have been subject to retaliation for protected whistleblowing you can file a complaint with the Office of Special Counsel (OSC). OSC has the authority to investigate allegations of whistleblower retaliation, and may seek corrective or disciplinary action when warranted.

For more information contact:

Mailing address:

U.S. Office Of Special Counsel
1730 M Street, N.W.
Suite 201
Washington, Dc 20036-4505

Phone number: (202) 653-7188 * Toll Free: 1-800-872-9855 * * Hearing and Speech Disabled: Federal Relay Service 1-800-877-8339

Last Updated: May 21, 2020