Kristen Schomburg
Twenty-five years of service on the streets, in the courtroom, and in the community — and a belief that Middlesex County deserves a leader who has already earned that trust.
Years in law enforcement
Years investigating major cases
FBI National Academy, Session 286
Years living in Middlesex County
From Patrol Officer to Proven Leader
Kristen Schomburg didn’t choose law enforcement for a title — she chose it because she wanted to make a difference in people’s lives. For twenty-five years she has served Virginia communities on the front lines: working assigned patrol areas, investigating crimes, leading specialized units, and mentoring deputies into confident leaders.
Her path took her from public safety work at Newport News–Williamsburg International Airport, through the ranks at the Gloucester County Sheriff’s Office, and into leadership at the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, where she currently serves as a Lieutenant overseeing Special Operations, the K-9 Unit, Bike Team, and Animal Services.
“I believe effective law enforcement begins with trust — building it every day through transparency, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the people we serve.”
— Kristen Schomburg
The Experience Middlesex County Needs
Proven Leadership
Kristen currently oversees Patrol, K-9, Animal Services, and Bike Team operations, and is playing a key role in developing and launching a new Marine Patrol unit. She previously led the Investigations Division, supervised personnel across multiple shifts, modernized departmental policies, and built high-performing teams.
Criminal Investigations
More than 15 years of hands-on investigative experience — complex death investigations, sexual assault, fraud, narcotics, property crimes, digital forensics, and Internet Crimes Against Children. A graduate of the 87th Session of the Virginia Department of Forensic Science Academy.
Budget & Fiscal Management
Extensive experience developing and managing departmental budgets, reclassifying positions, and justifying new roles to secure funding — balancing the tools deputies need against a duty to spend taxpayer dollars efficiently and transparently.
Community-First Policing
The Sheriff’s Office should work hand-in-hand with the community, not just respond when called. Kristen is committed to proactive strategies built on engagement, transparent leadership, and lasting relationships between deputies and residents.
Training & Mentorship
A certified instructor across multiple disciplines, Kristen has developed specialized training programs and mentored deputies at every stage of their careers — building the skills, judgment, and professionalism the community depends on.
Accountability & Integrity
Kristen has upheld departmental standards, conducted internal investigations, and evaluated personnel performance with fairness and consistency. Public trust is earned through clear accountability at every level — from the Sheriff to every member of the office.
Trained at the Highest Levels
FBI National Academy — Session 286
Quantico, Virginia. Advanced training in leadership, law, behavioral science, forensics, and executive-level management.
Bachelor of Science — Criminal Justice
University of Management & Technology, Arlington, Virginia.
Virginia Dept. of Forensic Science Academy
87th Session — Richmond, Virginia.
NACo Leadership Academy
Executive leadership development for local government professionals.
Hampton Roads Criminal Justice Training Academy
Newport News, Virginia — Basic Law Enforcement Academy 01A.
Thirty-Seven Certifications and Counting
A partial list of the specialized training Kristen has completed over 25 years of service.
Honored by Colleagues, Community, and Federal Partners
DEA Administrator Award — Outstanding Group Achievement 2024
United States Attorney’s Office — Public Service Award 2022
DEA Administrator Award — Outstanding Group Achievement 2021
York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office — Sheriff’s Special Commendation 2017
Master Deputy 2016
Veterans of Foreign Wars (V.F.W.) — Deputy of the Year 2010
Pistol Marksman 2008
Patriot Ribbon 2006
Community Policing Award 2005
Deputy of the Quarter 2004
This Isn’t a Career Move. It’s Personal.
Kristen has lived in Middlesex County for 20 years. She has watched this community grow, and she understands the challenges of protecting a rural county — from response times across a wide geographic area to the need for stronger partnerships between law enforcement and the people they serve.
Over the years she has advocated for the Middlesex County Sheriff’s Office through equipment donations from the York-Poquoson Sheriff’s Office, specialized training to strengthen deputies’ skills, and public safety support at the Urbanna Oyster Festival through the YPSO Bike Team.
Ready on Day One
Kristen has spent 25 years preparing for this moment — leading teams, managing budgets, solving crimes, and serving communities across Virginia.