Special Operations Division

The UCPD Special Operations Division (SOD) is comprised of several specialized units that fulfill specific needs to enhance the safety of the campus community.  Personnel in these units have the training and experience to perform unique functions that require ongoing and dedicated attention.

Special Event and Security Assessments

The UCPD Special Events Unit (SEU) is responsible for assessing the security needs of major campus events and other official or sanctioned activities that may pose unusual security risks, and also any campus event involving the presence of alcoholic beverages.  There are hundreds of such events held on the UC Berkeley campus every year, including intercollegiate sports, high-profile visitors and speakers, international conferences, concerts and performances, campus ceremonies, dances or other social events, and many other one-time activities. 

Special Event and Security Assesment

Campus departments and organizations who wish to hire temporary security personnel for specific needs, or who want to notify or consult with UCPD on other matters related to event security, should also contact SEU.

For more information, visit the UCPD Special Events page. 

Criminal Investigation Bureau 

The Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB) is a team of sworn peace officers tasked primarily with the follow-up investigation of felony crimes, as well as certain significant misdemeanors.  Annually, CIB manages hundreds of cases with the goal of resolving them appropriately within the criminal justice system and/or using administrative or civil processes. UCPD’s detectives receive specialized training in a variety of investigative methods and coordinate their efforts with a variety of other public safety agencies and resources.  

For more information, or to speak with a detective, visit UCPD or call (510) 642-0472 during standard business hours.

Threat Management Unit

The UCPD Threat Management Unit (TMU) is an element of the UCPD Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB), consisting of detectives who are assigned to assess, investigate and manage the response to potential public safety threats, in addition to their other duties as criminal investigators.  TMU works closely with other campus and community resources as part of the University’s comprehensive approach to preventing and mitigating dangerous and disruptive behavior.

TMU detectives routinely addresses a wide variety of situations, including but not limited to those involving concerns about the behavior and mental health of students and employees, workplace conflict, hateful speech, stalking, relationship violence, sexual violence and disruptive or threatening conduct by persons unaffiliated with the University.

For more information, visit the UCPD Threat Assessment and Management page.