Kristen Anderson

Kristen Anderson has extensive experience in law enforcement and emergency services, currently serving as Captain at St. Croix County since September 2020. Prior to this role, Kristen worked at the St. Croix County Sheriff's Office from December 1995 to January 2019, holding multiple positions including Program Director/Volunteer Coordinator, Lieutenant/FTO, and Deputy Sheriff. Kristen also served as an Adjunct Instructor at Chippewa Valley Technical College from January 2006 to December 2008, teaching courses in the Criminal Justice/Protective Services field. Additionally, Kristen was a Firefighter with the River Falls Fire Department from April 2000 to May 2006. Kristen holds a Master's of Science Degree in Leadership and Management in Law Enforcement from Sam Houston State University (2011-2013), a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice/Psychology from Metro State University (2004-2008), and a degree in Protective Services, Law Enforcement from Chippewa Valley Technical College (1991-1993).