Clone of Office of the Chief

Born and raised in Edgewater, Chief Geiger has called this community home his entire life. The son of a local high school agriculture teacher and Department of Corrections administrator, and a retired postal worker, service to others runs in his family’s DNA. His connection to Edgewater is both personal and generational — a reflection of the values that continue to shape his leadership today.

Chief Geiger began his career with the Edgewater Police Department in 2011 as a patrol officer, later serving on the department’s Target Impact Unit. In 2013, he was selected for the K9 Unit, where he served alongside his K9 partner, Kilo, for six years. In 2018, he was promoted to Sergeant, taking on responsibilities in patrol and special projects. During that time, he played a pivotal role in securing grants, acquiring new equipment, and modernizing EPD’s training facility — which now hosts professional training sessions for approximately 30 law enforcement agencies each year.

In 2022, Chief Geiger was promoted to Captain, overseeing both operations and administrative divisions of the department. His leadership was marked by innovation, collaboration, and a focus on professional development across all ranks.

In 2025, Chief Geiger was promoted to Chief of Police, where he serves as the agencies Chief Executive Officer.