For Smith's earlier career, see G. C. Richards and C. L. Shadwell, 'The Provosts and Fellows of Oriel College Oxford' (Oxford, 1922), p. 80.
| Year | Type | Name as Recorded | Location | Office/Status | Full Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1587 | Ordi(ordination) | Smith, Robert | / | deacon | View |
| 1589 | Ordi(ordination) | Smith, Robert | / | priest | View |
| 1591 | Appt(Institution) | Smith, Robert | Beesby / | Rector | View |
| 1591 | Appt(Institution) | Smythe, Robertus | Beysby / | Rector | View |
| 1592 | Appt(Presentation) | Smithe, Robert | Beysbye / | Rector | View |
| 1597 | Libc | Smithe, Robert | Beesbie / | Rector | View |
| 1608 | Appt(Licensing) | Smith, Robert | Beesby / | Preacher | View |
| 1614 | Libc | Smith, Robert | Beesby / | Rector | View |