213 Personnel Files 

The purpose of this policy is to ensure the accuracy and confidentiality of employees’ personal information, which is maintained in their personnel files. 

213.1  Policy Statement  

Personal information such as an employee’s address and telephone number are contained in a confidential personnel file maintained for each University employee member. Employees will be provided with access to and copies of personnel files to the extent required and in accordance with applicable law. Questions regarding access/copies should be directed to the Human Resources Service Center at hr@bu.edu. 

Employees are expected to keep their personnel file up to date by informing Human Resources of any changes to their personal information such as name, address, emergency contact information and marital status/dependent information (to the extent it impacts benefits or tax withholdings).