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The Administration Division at UC Berkeley is composed of 10 departments and nearly 1,700 professional staff. Together, these teams deliver the essential services that sustain the university’s operations—from facilities and finance to IT, public safety, HR, and sustainability.

Our departments are united by a shared purpose: enabling Berkeley’s teaching, research, and public service mission through collaboration, innovation, and trusted service. While each unit brings unique expertise, they operate as One Administration Division, working together to keep the campus safe, resilient, and thriving.

Berkeley IT

Provides the digital infrastructure and services that power UC Berkeley’s academic, research, and administrative functions. From cybersecurity and networking to user support, Berkeley IT ensures reliable, secure, and innovative solutions across campus.

Berkeley Regional Services (BRS)

Centralizes key administrative functions such as HR, research administration, and purchasing. This structure promotes consistency, reduces redundancy, and enables academic departments to focus on teaching and research.

Capital Strategies

Oversees the planning, design, and construction of UC Berkeley’s built environment. The team manages capital projects, real estate development, and physical planning to ensure sustainable and strategic growth aligned with long-term campus goals.

Disability, Access & Compliance (DAS)

Ensures UC Berkeley’s facilities, programs, and services are accessible to individuals with disabilities. DAS provides guidance, training, and oversight to uphold compliance with federal and state accessibility standards.

Environment, Health & Safety (EH&S)

Promotes a safe and healthy learning and working environment by managing safety programs and regulatory compliance. EH&S provides expertise in lab safety, hazardous materials, emergency preparedness, and environmental protection.

Facilities Services

Maintains and operates the campus’s physical infrastructure—from classrooms and labs to landscaping and utilities. Facilities Services ensures spaces are safe, functional, and sustainable through maintenance, repairs, and energy initiatives.

Parking & Transportation

Manages UC Berkeley’s parking resources, campus shuttles, and alternative transportation programs. The department supports safe, accessible, and sustainable mobility for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

People & Culture

UC Berkeley’s central HR department, dedicated to supporting employee success and well-being. People & Culture oversees recruitment, employee relations, benefits, and professional development, fostering an inclusive and respectful workplace.

Supply Chain Management

Oversees UC Berkeley’s procurement, contracting, and logistics operations. Through systems like BearBUY and partnerships with vendors, Supply Chain Management ensures campus purchasing is cost-effective, timely, and compliant.

UC Police Department (UCPD)

Provides law enforcement and public safety services to protect the UC Berkeley community. UCPD promotes safety through crime prevention, emergency response, and active community engagement.