Command Staff

 Major Croft began his career with the Sheriff’s Office as a volunteer in the Reserve Deputy Unit in 2009 and later moved to a full-time position as a Deputy Sheriff.  In 2011, he was selected for the Tactical Unit and then in 2013 as a Detective in the Special Investigations Section.  Also in 2013, he was selected for the SWAT Team, where he held many positions from operator to eventually becoming the Team Commander.  In 2016, his promotion to Corporal moved him to the Uniform Patrol Division as a Field Training Officer.  Thereafter, he was promoted to the rank of Sergeant.

Major Croft was a Sergeant in Uniform Road Patrol and then Professional Standards with Internal Affairs before being promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. As Lieutenant he became a Watch Commander in the Uniform Road Patrol Division.  His last position as Lieutenant was for the Special Operations Division where he would oversee the Aviation, K-9, and Marine Units.

In July 2021, he was promoted to the rank of Administrative Captain in the Department of Law Enforcement.   In 2023, he was promoted to the rank of Major.  Major Croft has served as the Major of Administration, the Major of Law Enforcement, and now as the Major of the Corrections Division.  

Major Peter Croft is a lifelong Martin County resident.  He is married with two children and currently lives in Palm City.

Education/Training: IRSC Law Enforcement Academy Track Program, Associates of Science in Criminal Justice, Bachelor of Science in Public Administration, Florida Sheriff’s Association Commanders Academy Class 13, Florida Bar 19A Grievance Committee 2021-2024

Major Joshua Kloster holds a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice from Liberty University and has over 17 years of law enforcement experience. He is a graduate of the Florida Sheriff’s Association Commanders Academy. 

He began his career in 2008 as a Police Officer with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection before joining the Martin County Sheriff’s Office in 2011 as a Deputy Sheriff. He later served in the Special Investigations Unit, was a SWAT Team member, and worked with the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

Promoted to Sergeant in 2017, he worked in Uniform Road Patrol, later transferring to the Criminal Investigations Division. In 2020, he advanced to Lieutenant, overseeing units in Community Operations, including Community Policing, School Resource Officers, Behavioral Health, Media Relations, and Court Security.

In 2022, he was promoted to Captain, leading the Community Operations Division before returning to Criminal Investigations in 2024 to oversee units such as General Assignments, Warrants, the Real-Time Crime Center, Special Victims, and Forensic Science.

In 2024, Joshua Kloster was promoted to Major and now leads the Administrative Operations Division, continuing his commitment to law enforcement excellence.

Major Ruben Romero began his law enforcement career in 2006 with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office as a Road Patrol Deputy. His proactive approach to patrol quickly earned him an opportunity to join the Special Investigations Division as a narcotics detective, where he was involved in numerous narcotic investigations and undercover operations. He later expanded his experience by working in the Warrants Unit in partnership with the U.S Marshals Fugitive Task Force.

He was subsequently promoted to Sergeant in 2013 of Narcotics within the Special Investigations Division overseeing the Narcotics Unit before transferring to the Training Unit, where he was instrumental in development and mentorship of new deputies. His leadership abilities led to his promotion to Lieutenant in 2016, where he served as a Watch Commander overseeing Road Patrol operations. He later transferred to the Criminal Investigations Division, where he supervised detectives and coordinated complex investigations. During this time, Major Romero also served as a team leader on the SWAT team, demonstrating tactical leadership in high-risk operations and critical incident response.

In 2022, he was promoted to the rank of Captain, first commanding the Criminal Investigations Division and later the Uniform Road Patrol Division. His broad experience across tactical operations, investigations, training, and frontline supervision has prepared him well for his most recent promotion to Major of the Department of Law Enforcement in April 2025.

Major Romero holds a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice with a minor in Political Science from Florida Atlantic University. His career reflects a deep commitment to service, leadership, and public safety. 

With more than 23 years of distinguished service in law enforcement, Captain Yesenia Carde currently serves as Commander of the Special Operations Division at the Martin County Sheriff’s Office. In this capacity, she leads a dynamic team responsible for Narcotics Investigations in partnership with the DEA Task Force, as well as the agency’s specialized and robust units including Marine Unit,  Aviation Unit,  Training Unit, Bomb Disposal Unit, and Dive Team.

Captain Carde began her career in the Criminal Investigation Division in 2006, where she investigated some of the county’s most complex and sensitive cases. She was promoted to Sergeant in 2014, serving in Road Patrol before returning to the Criminal Investigations Division. In 2017, she advanced to Lieutenant, overseeing Road Patrol, School Resource, and Community Operations. Two years later, she returned once again to the Criminal Investigations Division, where she supervised detectives, directed complex investigations, and managed specialized operations including the Real Time Crime Center, the South Florida Criminal Apprehension Team Task Force, and members of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Apprehension Task Force.

Captain Carde holds a Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security and a Master’s degree in Public Administration. She is an active member of several professional organizations and is committed to advancing public safety through innovation and technology while upholding the highest standards of ethics, professionalism, and service to the Martin County community. Captain Carde views her career in law enforcement as a calling, work guided by faith and devoted to service. She is deeply grateful for the unwavering support of her children and grandchildren, whose encouragement continues to inspire her dedication to this profession.

Captain Joseph Collazo began his law enforcement career with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office in August 2007 as a Deputy Sheriff assigned to the Uniform Road Patrol Division. Demonstrating strong tactical insight and leadership potential early on, he joined the agency’s SWAT Team in 2009, where he served as an Operator for twelve years.

In 2010, Captain Collazo transitioned to the Special Investigations Division (SID), serving as an undercover Narcotics Detective. His investigative experience expanded further in January 2014 when he was selected to join the Criminal Investigations Division as a Detective in the General Crimes Unit.

Promoted to the rank of Sergeant in November 2014, Captain Collazo held supervisory roles across several key divisions, including Uniform Road Patrol, Special Investigations, and Criminal Investigations. His broad experience and dedication to public service led to his promotion to Lieutenant in July 2021, where he served as a Watch Commander in the Uniform Road Patrol Division.

In 2022, he transferred to the Community Operations Division, overseeing multiple units including Community Policing, School Resource Officers, School Crossing Guards, Media Relations, Animal Services, and the Behavioral Health Unit.

In 2025, Joseph Collazo was promoted to the rank of Captain and now leads the Uniform Road Patrol Division. His leadership reflects a steadfast commitment to public safety, operational excellence, and the development of officers under his command.

Captain Collazo has also demonstrated his commitment to the community by volunteering his time. He actively coaches youth sports and participates in the youth programs at the Stuart 10th Street Community Center.  As a proud Martin County native, Captain Collazo remains dedicated to serving and protecting his community with unwavering commitment and integrity. 

Captain Immordino started as a deputy within the Uniform Road Patrol Division and was later selected to become a detective within the Criminal Investigations Division. During his tenure as a detective, he was assigned to the Economic Crimes Unit and then the Special Victims Unit where he also obtained training in computer forensics. He was promoted to the rank of Corporal in the Uniform Patrol division where he was responsible for training new deputies. 

Captain Immordino was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and held that position in both Uniform Road Patrol and Criminal Investigations before being promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. After many years of investigative experience, he was chosen to oversee the Professional Standards Section which includes both Internal affairs and Accreditation. In 2023, he was promoted to the rank of Captain where he currently serves as the commander of the Administrative Operations Division. 

Captain Immordino majored in Computer Science at Indian River State College and earned an Associate of Arts degree before entering the University of Central Florida where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice.  In 2007, he began his career in Law Enforcement as a Police Officer with the City of Port St. Lucie.  In 2010, he came to the Martin County Sheriff’s Office where he continues to proudly serve the citizens of Martin County. 

Captain Mykel McMurren Sr. was born in Fayetteville, NC.  He grew up as a military child living in various states as well as overseas in Germany.

Captain McMurren Sr. has approximately 17 years’ experience in Corrections and Law Enforcement.  In 2007, he worked at the Florida Department of Corrections at Martin Correctional Institution in Indiantown, FL.  In 2012, he was employed by the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office before joining the Martin County Sheriff’s Office later that year.

In 2014, as a deputy, Captain McMurren Sr. transferred from working in the jail to Road Patrol.  While working on the road, Captain McMurren Sr. enjoyed the aspect of investigating crimes, so he transferred to the Criminal Investigations Division.  In 2018, Captain McMurren Sr. was promoted to the rank of Sergeant and was transferred back to Uniform Patrol Division. In 2020, Captain McMurren Sr again transferred back to the Criminal Investigation Division but this time as a Sergeant over the Economic Crimes Unit.  He oversaw cases that ranged from check frauds to exploitation of elderly citizens.

In 2021, Captain McMurren Sr. was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant at the Martin County Corrections Department.  The following year, he was promoted to Captain of Administrative Services at the Corrections Department, which includes Classification, Food Service, Outside Maintenance, Transportation, Support Services, Inmate Commissary and the Medical Unit.  He is currently a member of the Martin County Drug & Alcohol Abuse Awareness Committee and the Martin County Public Safety Coordinating Council.

Since being employed at the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, Captain McMurren Sr. has obtained his Associates and Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice at Indian River State College.  He is married to his high school sweetheart and has three children.

Captain Jennifer Perkins joined the Martin County Sheriff’s Office in January of 2019. She brings her 20+ years of experience to the Corrections Division as the Operations, Corrections K-9 Unit, and Special Response Team Commander.

Captain Perkins was nominated by the FCAC committee and became an FCAC Commissioner for FDLE in October of 2022 to present. Additionally, the Education and Training Specialist from FDLE asked for her to join the FDLE Committee Rewrite for The Critical Incidents Section of the curriculum. After the completion of the rewrite, FDLE recognized her as a Subject Matter Expert in her field.

Captain Perkins was a Field Training Officer for many years and trained numerous deputies during her tenure. In addition, she held supervisory rank, was team member of the Emergency Response Team, the Gang Unit, an Assessor for The Florida Corrections Accreditation Commission, an Inspector for The Florida Sheriff’s Association, a Certified Jail Officer through American Jail Association, and was an Accreditation Manager. The Accreditation Manager appointment allowed her to create policies, forms, and procedures complying with all standards and statutes of the State. Her return to Operations as a supervisor was a natural transition.

Captain Perkins is the recipient of many awards such as Deputy of the Year, Deputy of the Quarter, several Commendations, multiple Unit Citations, and Inspector of the Year recognition through the Florida Sheriff’s Association.

Captain Perkins is originally from Boston, Massachusetts, having completed her degree at Dean College in 1999. Before the start of her career, she co-owned a family pizza restaurant, was a personal trainer for six (6) years (contracted with three (3) separate fitness centers). Captain Perkins moved to Port St. Lucie in 2002 and started with the St. Lucie County Sheriff’s Office in 2003. Criminal Justice has always been her passion and wanted to work in all facets of the field; however, after working in Corrections, she knew where she wanted to stay. Corrections is extremely vital to the Criminal Justice System and is often overlooked.

Captain Jason Ward is a 3rd generation law enforcement officer at the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, following in the footsteps of both his father and grandfather.  He has 22-years of combined law enforcement experience, serving first with the Port Saint Lucie and Lynchburg (Virginia) Police Departments.  In 2003, Captain Ward was honored to join the Martin County Sheriff’s Office, where his father, Bill Ward proudly served the citizens of Martin County for many years before retiring with the rank of Lieutenant.
 
 Captain Ward currently oversees the Uniform Road Patrol Division which includes the Traffic Unit, Training, and West County Operations. Throughout his career at the agency, he was promoted to leadership roles overseeing Criminal Investigations, Special Operations, Community Operations, Special Investigations and Court and Civil Services.   He also has vast experience and training in SWAT, Field Training, and Rapid Response.   

Captain Ward served honorably on active duty in the United States Army.   He received specialized training including Airborne and Air Assault schools and proudly represented the United States on foreign soil.  He has an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice Technology from Indian River State College, and a Bachelor's Degree in Organizational Management from Warner Southern College. He continued his education and earned a Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice from University of Central Florida.

Captain Gavin Werner began his career with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office in October 2007 as a Reserve Deputy Sheriff. The following year, he transitioned to the position of Law Enforcement Deputy Sheriff. 

In 2010, he joined the SWAT Team as a sniper and entry team member and later served as the SWAT Team Commander.

In 2011, Captain Werner transferred to the Special Investigations Division as a Detective, where he worked undercover for several years.

In April 2015, he was promoted to Sergeant and served in the Road Patrol Division until 2016, when he transferred back to the Special Investigations Division (SID) as a Sergeant. 

In July 2022, he was promoted to Lieutenant, serving as a Watch Commander in the Road Patrol Division. Later that year, he returned to SID as a Lieutenant.

In June 2024, he was promoted to the rank of Captain, overseeing the Criminal Investigations Division.

Captain Werner holds an associate degree in Criminal Justice from Santa Fe College.

A proud Martin County native, Captain Werner is dedicated to serving and protecting his community with integrity and professionalism. 

Mr. Romero graduated from the University of Miami, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in Business Management.  He earned the degree of Juris Doctor-With Honors, from the Florida State University College of Law.  After being admitted to the Florida Bar, he served as an Assistant Public Defender for 4 years. Subsequently he became a prosecutor with the Office of the State Attorney in the 19^th Judicial Circuit, a position he held for almost 30 years.  

During his tenure as a prosecutor, he was promoted to Felony Division Chief, Attorney in Charge and Senior Major Crimes Attorney.  As the Senior Major Crimes Attorney for over 12 years,  he was involved in working with law enforcement agencies in investigating and arresting persons who committed violent crimes, including cases involving the death penalty.  Mr. Romero also conducted training sessions for the prosecutors of the Office of the State Attorney on Search and Seizure Law, Criminal Procedure, legal updates and litigation skills.

After leaving the Office of the State Attorney, Mr. Romero became an Adjunct Professor and later a Program Director of the Forensic Investigation Program at Keiser University.  He also taught law at Indian River State College and lectured courses at the Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex.  

Mr. Romero joined the Martin County Sheriffs Office in 2020 as Chief Legal Advisor in the Legal Affairs Division.  

Christine Christofek Weiss has been with the Martin County Sheriff’s Office since 2013, when she joined Martin County’s newly elected Sheriff, William Snyder, to become the Agency’s Public Information Officer.

Christine is a former television news reporter for WPTV, a local NBC affiliate.  She spent 17-years with the network affiliate where she served in a number of media positions; such as a Field Producer, Line Producer, Investigative Producer, General Assignment Reporter, Crime and Courts Reporter, and Treasure Coast Reporter.  Christine left television news to take a position as the Director of Media and Advertising for the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County.  For 13-years, she specialized in environmental advertising and promotions, producing and appearing in multiple television and print advertisements.  She produced and hosted an environmental awareness TV Special which earned her two Emmy Awards from the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences.  She is also the former host of the long running South Florida Business Report, which aired on WPEC News 12, the local CBS Affiliate.

In addition to being a sworn reserve Deputy Sheriff, Christine has a bachelor’s degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University, and has earned a specialized training in crisis negotiations, mediation and hostage negotiations.

Kevin Youngblood is a lifelong resident of Martin County with a personal dedication to his community.   His grandfather, father, and brother have all served this community as law enforcement officers.

After graduating from Florida Atlantic University with a Bachelor’s Degree in accounting, he began his career in public accounting at Hill, Barth & King, LLC.  Kevin then earned a Master’s Degree in Taxation and became a Certified Public Accountant.  In 2007, Kevin established the accounting firm of Youngblood Solutions, PA.  During this time, Kevin served his clients with an emphasis in providing tax and accounting services to mid-sized and closely-held businesses in a variety of industries.  In addition, he advised closely-held businesses, their owners, and other individuals with respect to tax planning and preparation.

After years of service in public accounting, Kevin was appointed as the Chief Financial Officer of the Martin County Sheriff’s Office by Sheriff William D. Snyder on November 12, 2013.  

Kevin has also served his community by volunteering his time and financial expertise on the boards of local non-profit organizations such as the Historical Society of Martin County and the Martin County Healthy Start Coalition. He is also an alumni of LEADERship Martin County, Class 26.