OSSA TEAM
Sheriff Svenson grew up in Clatskanie, OR, where he began his law enforcement career in 1995 as a cadet with Clatskanie PD. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science in Law Enforcement & studied Public Policy & Administration at Western Oregon University.
He was hired by Yamhill County SO as an intern in 1999 and full-time as a deputy in 2000. He served as a deputy, K-9 handler, sergeant in both Patrol & Corrections divisions, administrative sergeant, and as the operations captain.
He was elected Yamhill County Sheriff in 2014 and retired in December of 2023. He was hired as the Executive Director for OSSA in January 2024. He holds an Executive Level certification through DPSST and is dual-certified in both Patrol and Corrections operations. In 2017, Sheriff Svenson was recognized as the NW CIT Crisis Intervention Team Agency Executive of the Year for his continued work involving mental health. He was asked to join a national joint taskforce, through the National Association of Counties & National Sheriffs’ Association, whose goal is to reduce recidivism for inmates through the continuity of health care services for veterans & those on Medicaid.
He is an avid sports fan (#gohawks), enjoys attending local sporting events and, in his spare time, enjoys camping with his 13-yr old daughter, Alayna.
Julie Miller joined the OSSA team in May 2015. She has over 30 years of experience in non-profit work. Her impressive career includes roles with the Associated Oregon Loggers, Keep Oregon Green and the Attorney General’s Sexual Assault Task Force.
Born and raised in Sweet Home, Oregon, Julie values her roots and the community she calls home. Julie and her husband reside in Salem, and they have two adult children. She is a devoted grandmother to her 3-year-old grandson.
In her spare time, Julie enjoys traveling as well as camping with her family, gardening, and hunting for treasures while thrift shopping. Her passion for helping others and her deep connection to Oregon are at the heart of everything she does.
Natalia grew up immersed in hard work, helping at her family’s business, Kamis Nursery. While earning her associate’s degree in accounting, she balanced college life as a nanny before starting her professional career at the Oregon Child Development Coalition (OCDC). For three years, she worked in HR as the Benefits Clerk—a role she found incredibly fulfilling, supporting people across Oregon in need.
In August 2020, she joined the Oregon State Sheriffs' Association (OSSA)—because who doesn’t change jobs in the middle of a global pandemic? Following four years as an Administrative Assistant, she was promoted to Visual Communications in July 2024. Supporting Oregon’s 36 Sheriffs through her work at OSSA is both a privilege and a passion.
Married to Ivan, they began their adventure together at a young age. Natalia is perpetually optimistic and always up for a good challenge—whether it’s on the stairmaster at the gym or throwing punches in a kickboxing class! She is passionate about preserving her traditions, perfecting Russian dishes in the kitchen and sewing traditional clothing. At her core, she is always looking for new ways to grow and make memories.
Trish Campbell joined the team in June 2023. She started her professional journey in the Truck Insurance Industry, where she earned her Property & Casualty license in both Oregon and Washington. After a decade in the field, Trish decided to stay home with her children while also managing her family's small construction business. During this period, she dedicated countless hours volunteering at her children’s schools and in the community, taking on several board positions with non-profit organizations. For three years, Trish and her family were certified Foster Care providers for the State of Oregon, enjoying a vibrant and often hectic household. Once her children were grown, she sought a career that would allow her to continue positively impacting her community, making OSSA an ideal choice.
She resides in Salem, where she grew up and raised her children. She is the proud mother of four grown children and has two wonderful grandchildren whom she adores!
Trish cherishes time spent with her family and friends. She enjoys camping, hiking & gardening. Above all, her greatest joy comes from spending time with her children and embracing her role as the best Grammy ever!
Vasilisa was born and raised in Alberta, Canada, as the eldest of five siblings, where she naturally took on the role as the responsible and bossy one. After many years of visiting family and friends in Oregon, she’s thrilled to have recently made it her home. Her professional background includes experience as a hotel supervisor, where she developed strong skills in customer service, leadership, and operational management. She also spent three years as an administrative assistant for a logging and agriculture company.
Now, as part of the amazing team at OSSA, she’s excited to continue her professional growth and contribute to the important work that OSSA does for Oregon's sheriffs. Committed to learning as much as she can and helping wherever she’s needed to support the organization.
Outside of work, Vasilisa’s favorite activity is hiking, and going on road trips to explore new national parks in different states. Growing up, the winter months were all about ice fishing and skating.
Samantha Hunter is a seasoned professional with 15 years of experience in the beauty industry, and a passionate Real Estate Broker for her close-knit community of friends and family. Raised in the Willamette Valley, Samantha now calls it home, where she is raising her two teenage sons. Seeking a career that offered a balance of local engagement and less travel, Samantha found a perfect fit with the Oregon State Sheriffs Association, where she serves as the Event Specialist.
Outside of work, Samantha enjoys cheering on her sons at their baseball games, staying active with weightlifting at the gym, and cherishing quality time with family. A perfect day off for her includes home-cooked meals, playing cards, and enjoying the warmth of a cozy fire with loved ones.