Mission and Values

EHS Mission

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.


University Statement on Diversity and Non-discrimination
Princeton University is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination. To maximize excellence, we seek talent from all segments of American society and the world, and we take steps to ensure everyone at Princeton can thrive while they are here. That is the sole rationale and purpose of our diversity and inclusion programs, all of which are voluntary and open to all, and which comply with federal and state non-discrimination laws. Princeton does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic, and Princeton does not provide special benefits or preferential treatment on the basis of a protected characteristic.