Bob retired in 2009 from the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD), having worked as a recreation therapist. He was very active in the Public Employees Federation (PEF), serving in numerous capacities including: Health Benefits Committee, Political Action Committee, Statewide Trustee, and Executive Board. As a retiree, he served as President of the PEF Retirees Chapter in the Southern Tier.