Robert Smith has been working with the Genoa Police Department since 1995. His previous employment included the Boone County Sheriff's Department and the U.S. Army. He has been around the City of Genoa for many years. He grew up here and attended school here. He feels this has helped him when assisting and talking with the people in the community. He currently resides in Sycamore with his wife and two children.  

Robert was promoted to Sergeant in 2000. He currently serves as a Patrol Sergeant and Evidence Custodian for the department. He is also a Juvenile Officer and along with Ofc. Hathcoat, helps handle the majority of the juvenile court referrals. Robert has been tasked with the management and updating of the department files during the accreditation process.

 Some of the many police classes Robert has attended include: Northwestern Staff & Command #192 and the FBI National Academy #227. Robert has an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and is pursuing his Bachelor’s and Masters Degree from Judson University in Elgin.

Robert is a member of the American Legion #337 of Genoa. He help's assist with the coordination of the Memorial Day Parade. Robert is available to talk with a variety of groups on a wide variety of topics including: Crime Prevention, Landlord Training, Senior Citizen Topics and Train Safety just to name a few.

Robert work's with a good bunch of professional individuals and encourages quality and integrity in the workplace. One of the many people that Robert look's up to is Henry Ford, who encourages good hard work. Some of Mr. Ford's quotes are: "Don't find fault, find a remedy" and "Quality means doing it right when no one is looking".

If you have any questions or concern’s that Robert maybe able to assist you with, please contact him via E-Mail at

rsmith@genoapd.com or by calling at 815-784-6633 extension 703.