An important policy goal of the ISO is the increase of the number of Professional Ethics Officer roles in society, primarily within governmental institutions. The job of an Ethics Officer is very helpful for the betterment of an organization and community to enhance societal lawfulness; therefore, Professional Ethics Officers ought to exist in large numbers so they may optimally fulfill their purpose of maintaining Normative Ethical Standards. The ISO is very supportive of candidates and officials that support the expansion and presence of its Professional Ethics Officers. The ISO also favors ensuring that its Professional Ethics Officers are paid generously and have ample benefits to ensure their effectiveness and morale are kept sharp.

Those who become Volunteer Ethics Officers should also receive various benefits and rewards for their service in Advisory Ethics Committees. Their contribution to the safeguarding of Normative Ethical Standards is also valuable, for that, they should receive some form of incentive to encourage them to continue their volunteer work. The nature of these incentives will vary based on local laws, economic conditions, and so forth.

The potential issues that Ethics Officers will experience as they do their work will vary tremendously, and it’s impossible to identify them all perfectly. The ISO will be proactive in identifying possible issues so it can push for legislation to make the job of Ethics Officers easier and more able to be accomplished. Any issue or legislation that may assist or harm the work of Ethics Officers will be met with a response by the Institute of Social Oversight (ISO).