Rob has been employed with Columbia 911 since the department was formed back in 1994. He has served in several capacities while with Columbia 911, including positions as 911 Emergency Dispatcher I, Deputy 911 Director and Deputy Emergency Manager.  As Director, Rob is responsible for all aspects of the 911 department and the County 911 system.  He is a certified Emergency Medical Dispatcher and certified in dispatch quality assurance review.

Rob is a certified New York State Police Officer and was Chief of the Copake Police Department for many years.  He is a volunteer firefighter and active member of the Copake Fire Department.