The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) has hired Elizabeth Fischmann as its first chief ethics counsel. Her role will begin Dec. 21, 2020.
Fischmann is leaving her position as the associate general counsel, ethics, and designated agency ethics official for the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
“Elizabeth Fischmann is a strong leader with an impressive legal background and record of accomplishment in managing ethics programs in the federal government,” NCUA Chairman Rodney Hood said in a release. “I look forward to working with her to uphold the strong ethical culture within NCUA.”
In her role, Fischmann will certify NCUA’s compliance with relevant federal ethics laws and regulations and promote accountability and ethical conduct, the association said. She will also work to ensure the success of the NCUA’s ethics programs.