About Us
University Facilities, part of the Business Affairs Division and the Campus Operations unit, is the largest department within the University with over 200 employees. University Facilities is made up of 3 segments: Architectural Services, Business Operations, Facilities Operations which consists of Custodial Services, Engineering Services, Landscape Services, Maintenance Services, and Communications/Professional Development. Facilities provides high-quality service to the University of Richmond community, maintaining and operating over 375 acres and 60 buildings totaling 2.8 million square feet to enhance the educational mission of the University.
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide an exceptional learning and social environment where the campus community is safe, feels a sense of belonging, proud of our campus, and can thrive and succeed with their goals.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to exceed the standard for higher education campuses by prioritizing our commitments of safety, hospitality, quality, and efficiency.
Our Commitments
Safety
- Practice safe behaviors in everything that we do.
- Advocate safety for everyone on campus by identifying, reporting, and addressing when appropriate.
Hospitality
- Interact daily with diverse students, faculty, staff, and visitors by providing a welcoming and positive atmosphere.
- Uphold a respectful, supportive, and inclusive environment.
Quality
- Maintain and preserve the unique infrastructure of the University.
- Serve as a good steward of the University by taking care of our resources and striving to leave campus better than we found it.
Efficiency
- Aspire to perform tasks efficiently and use time wisely.
- Utilize creativity and innovation to collaborate and make continuous improvements.