Roger A. Steger, Sr. joined the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company on February 5, 1968 as a Cadet.  He joined the ranks of Active Firefighter on January 25, 1972.   During his time with the Department, Roger served as the Assistant Fire Chief for 7 years and as the Fire Chief for 18 years.  He currently serves the department as a Driver/Operator and Fire Police.  

In addition to being an active firefighter in Ocean City, Roger serves his community at the County and State levels.  Roger is a proud member of the Maryland State Firemen’s Association, Maryland Fire Chiefs Association, and the Worcester County Volunteer Firemen's Association.  He has served the following roles within each organization: 

Maryland State Firemen’s Association

President June 2000 – June 2001

Vice Presidents 1998 – 2000

Executive Committee – June 1995 – June 1998

Maryland Fire Chiefs Association

President November 2003 – November 2005

Vice President November 2001 – November 2003

Worcester County Volunteer Firemen’s Association

President September 2005 – September 2006

Vice President September 2004 – September 2005

Fire Chief’s Committee September 2005 – September 2006