He represented Senate District 30, which encompasses Baker, Gilliam, Grant, Harney, Jefferson, Malheur, Sherman, Wasco, Wheeler, and portions of Clackamas, Deschutes, and Marion counties.
During his tenure at the University of Oregon, Ferrioli served as the editor of Northwest Review magazine, as well as working various jobs for the Springfield News.
Ferrioli's first elected position was on the Creswell, Oregon City Council, where he served as the chairman of the budget and police committees.
Ferrioli also served on the Economic Improvement Commission and the Community Substance Abuse Consortium Board of Directors.
[2] Ferrioli resigned effective November 22, 2017 following his appointment by Governor Kate Brown to the Northwest Power and Conservation Council.