Our Departments
Welcome to Operations at Boston University, your comprehensive resource for navigating the essential services that keep our campuses running smoothly. Our website is designed to provide students, faculty, and staff with easy access to the various departments that ensure the seamless operation of our University. Here’s an overview of the key departments within Operations.
Office of the Senior Vice President for Operations
Provides oversight and leadership responsibilities for Auxiliary Services; Operations Fiscal Analysis & Analytics; Campus Planning & Operations; Safety, Security & Preparedness; Sustainability; and Human Resources.
Auxiliary Services
BU Auxiliary Services directly supports the University’s academic mission and quality of campus life with an emphasis on delivering best-in-class services to our students, faculty, staff, alumni, and guests.
Campus Planning & Operations
Campus Planning & Operations (CPO) is dedicated to creating and maintaining a safe, welcoming, and sustainable environment that positively impacts and enables the teaching, learning, research, and student life activities at Boston University.
Human Resources
The BU Human Resources Office (BUHR) continually evolves to cultivate an inclusive, civil, and equitable environment to support every employee and serve as a strategic partner to the University.
Operations Fiscal Analysis & Analytics
Oversees operational strategy, budget management, and financial modeling for Boston University Operations. Areas of oversight include building operations, capital budget, utilities and energy management, and sustainability initiatives. This department is central to shaping the strategic direction and operational efficiency of the University’s physical and environmental resources, which directly supports the development and monitoring of the University’s annual operating budget.
Safety, Security & Preparedness
Safety, Security & Preparedness (SSP) comprises the University’s Emergency Management, Police, and Public Safety departments. By bringing these departments together under the SSP umbrella, BU aims to be more proactive and strategic in fostering physical safety, well-being, security, and preparedness.
Sustainability
We support the transformation of Boston University’s planning, operations, and culture toward a sustainable and equitable future. We are guided by the University’s mission, Strategic Plan, and Climate Action Plan.