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