Councilmember Larry Carter

Councilmember Carter

Larry Carter

Mayor Pro Tem

Phone: 850-259-4958
Email Larry Carter
Current Term: 2022 - 2026

Larry J. Carter is retired United States Air Force Chief Master Sargent, Law Enforcement Chaplain and Pastor. Has more than 40 years of leadership experience, with proven skills working with all strata of our society achieving results. 

Larry is service driven that our community is a better place to live. Finding the common ground to bring about change that befits everyone.

Integrity and commitment is seen in every endeavor. No stranger to complex issues, limited resources and short suspenses.  

Currently serves as Lead Chaplain for Okaloosa County Sheriff Office. Managing programs for more than 490 personnel plus their families totaling more than 2000 individuals.

Education: Holds Master Credentials with International Conference of Police Chaplain,  Certified Instructor by Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLTEC), Associate Degree of Community College of the Air Force, Bachelor Degree in Religion Science Liberty University, Master of Sacred Studies from Christian Life School of Theology.