Tim is the former Idaho Director for the Bureau of Land Management and former Director of Fire and Aviation at the National Interagency Fire Center in Boise. Over the course of his career, Murphy has focused on seeking collaborative solutions to challenges affecting the management of wildlife habitat, livestock grazing, energy transmission, recreation and access to public lands.

"Among the challenges facing wildlife management in Idaho, I always keep a keen focus on the value of agricultural land to Idaho’s wildlife and open space," said Murphy. "Hunting, fishing, trapping, and other wildlife based recreation are key components of life in Idaho."

Murphy enjoys fly fishing and camping with his wife and their grown children. 

His commission appointment expires June 30, 2026.