Who is an Ombuds?

  • An organizational ombuds acts as a non-barrier, first-stop for emlpoyees, executives, managers and others seeking guidance, information and insight from a trusted advisor who is:

    • CONFIDENTIAL. 
    • INDEPENDENT. 
    • IMPARTIAL. 
    • INFORMAL. 

    An organizational ombuds provides confidential, informal, independent and impartial assistance to individuals through dispute resolution and problem-solving methods such as conflict coaching, mediation, and facilitation. 

    An organizational ombuds listens to concerns and disputes brought forward by “visitors” to the office and may convey trends, systemic problems, and organizational issues to high-level leaders and executives in a confidential manner. 

    Ombuds do not advocate for individuals, groups or entities, but rather for the principles of fairness and equity. The organizational ombuds does not play a role in formal processes, and does not investigate problems brought to the office’s attention, nor represent any side in a dispute.


  • CONTACT

     


    Office of the Ombuds
    1860 Lincoln St., Suite 604
    Denver, CO 80203
    Phone: 720-423-4776
    Email: ombuds@dpsk12.net

    Site Manager
     
    Office Hours
    Monday-Friday
    8am-4:30pm
     
    Appointments are available during office hours (including before and after work hours).
     
    To make an appointment with the Ombuds, call or email our office or complete the optional
     
    Please call in advance to make sure we are available before visiting our office.