Robert Jeffery is a 1970 graduate of Iroquois High School. While attending Penn State Behrend, Jeffery participated in soccer for four years before graduating in 1974. As a member of the soccer team, Jeffery started every game from 1970-73.
He was elected co-captain in 1973 and was a Western Pennsylvania Conference All-Star team selection. His twelve career assists were a Penn State Behrend record at the time. In addition, he was a member of Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities in 1973 and 1974.
After graduation from Penn State Behrend, Jeffery attended Dickinson School of Law and graduated in 9178. He is employed at Orton and Jeffery P.C. He is a member of the Board of Trustees of McCord Memorial Library. He is married, has three children, and resides in North East.