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Our Team

The ISA staff supports Idaho’s 44 county sheriffs, their employees and the citizens they serve.

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Idaho Sheriffs’ Association staff

ISA staff works on statewide programs, communications, jail standards, conferences, legal and legislative support, and the association’s day-to-day operations.

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Jeff A. Lavey

Executive Director

Leads ISA operations and represents the association’s statewide mission. He joined ISA in 2021 after a 35-year law-enforcement career that included 14 years as Meridian Chief of Police.

Tammara L. Tarvin

Programs Manager

Supports ISA programs and statewide services for sheriffs, staff and partner agencies.

Ben Wolfinger

Jail Inspector

Supports Idaho’s voluntary jail standards and annual inspection program.

Terry R. Derden

Legal Counsel

Provides legal counsel to the association and supports legislative and operational issues.

Murphy Olmstead

Lobbyist

Represents ISA priorities and works with Idaho’s legislative process on public-safety issues.

Gracee Gorrell

Event Manager

Coordinates ISA’s Spring and Winter conferences, sponsor and exhibitor opportunities, event logistics and the Business Associate Member Program.

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Questions about programs, conferences, membership, jail services or association business can be directed to the appropriate ISA staff member.

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