The Office building in the Center's headquarters area provides administrative facilities and office space for academic and support staff at the Center. Constructed in 1959, the office facility includes office space for the Center Director, Office Manager, and other academic and support staff working at the Center. This includes staff of the Integrated Hardwood Management Program (UC Berkeley). In addition, there is a well-equipped Geographic Information System (GIS) laboratory within the office complex. The Center's herbarium, as well as the bird and mammal study collections, are housed within the office building.

The Office and Conference Room, including restroom facilities, are fully accessible to handicapped individuals. Information on Conference Room use can be obtained by contacting the Administrative Assistant by telephone at (707) 744-1424.