Workforce, Diversity & Enterprise Partnerships

People Services & Strategies

People Services & Strategies offers comprehensive support in talent acquisition, compensation and selection, labor relations, fair employment and benefits. This department also develops corporate learning pathways and career development strategies to improve individual and organization effectiveness, culture and engagement.

Matthew Powell, Interim Director
1-916-732-5371 | Matthew.Powell@smud.org

DEIB, Learning and Sustainable Communities

DEIB, Learning and Sustainable Communities leads programs, initiatives and partnerships that ensure all customers, communities and employees are valued and incorporated in SMUD’s implementation of its core mission and vision. This team expands access to SMUD and the clean energy economy by investing in people, partnerships and regional progress. Through a focus on inclusion, education, community collaboration, workforce development and employee professional development, we unite diverse communities and perspectives with the goal of advancing regional economic vitality that benefits SMUD and the quality of life for all customers in SMUD’s service territory. 

Markisha Webster, Director
1-916-732-7052 | Markisha.Webster@smud.org

Facilities, Security, & Emergency Operations

This is a multifunctional department supporting the needs of SMUD’s business units. It manages major development projects, including building and maintaining SMUD facilities, delivering the mail and providing reprographic and printing services.

Kirsten DePersis, Director
1-916-732-6618 | Kirsten.DePersis@smud.org