Three Minutes with… Robert Guerrero of Hermiston

Published 5:00 am Wednesday, August 31, 2022

Who are you and what do you do?

Robert Guerrero, lieutenant supervising the Investigations section at the Hermiston Police Department, and assisting Umatilla County Fire District No. 1 as a fire investigator.

Where did you grow up? When did you come to Hermiston?

I was raised in Boise, Twin Falls and Lewiston, Idaho, until high school when my family moved to Milton-Freewater. Following high school, I joined the U.S. Army and served eight years active, being stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado, Fort Bragg, North Carolina, Berlin and Panama. I returned to the area in 1999, and served two years in the Oregon Army National Guard and began my law enforcement career. I moved to Hermiston in 2014 after having been employed as a police officer at the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation and Milton-Freewater Police Department.

What are a few of your hobbies?

I enjoy extended white water rafting trips, motorcycling and cycling.

How do you spend your free time?

I enjoy spending time with my family, and am currently furthering my education.

How would you describe yourself?

I would consider myself a go-getter, and dedicated to those I am responsible for.

What is something that you’re passionate about?

I am passionate about honesty and truth, even when they may not be popular.

What are a few of your proudest accomplishments (can be personal or professional)?

Having raised children throughout my career, through crazy hours, shifts and absences, seeing them succeed in life probably tops any other accomplishments.

What do you like most about the community you live in?

One of the most important things to me about Hermiston is the community’s support for the children and their education. I believe that is a great measure for any community and Hermiston leads the way in that regard.