Mission and Values

We have an unwavering commitment to protect people and the environment, in support of the University’s mission of scholarship, research, teaching, and service. We foster partnerships with faculty, students, and staff to enable them to recognize risk and empower them to learn, discover, serve, and work safely.

EHS Vision

A future where safety, health, preparedness, and environmental stewardship permeate every aspect of campus life.

Our Values

Service

• Be approachable and responsive, professional and courteous.
• Provide high quality services in a timely manner.

Integrity

• Be honest, fair, ethical, consistent, and reliable.
• Act as ambassadors of safety, health and environmental responsibility.
• Practice good stewardship of Princeton University fiscal and environmental resources.

Innovation

• Find creative ways to solve problems.
• Learn from our campus community and beyond; adapt innovative ideas to meet the needs of the university.

Diversity

• Treat everyone in the University community equitably with dignity, courtesy and respect.
• Make training, consultations and services accessible and understandable.
• Strive to understand the work and study cultures within our campus community and their differing needs.

Teamwork

• Focus on partnering rather than policing health, safety and compliance.
• Foster robust relationships with our stakeholders and customers.

Excellence

• Strive to be recognized as leaders within the institution and our field.
• Continuously support and encourage professional development of EHS staff to expand technical expertise and knowledge.