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  1. Which DPSST program specifically certifies individuals to operate as parole and probation officers in Oregon?

    Answer: Community Corrections certification

    The DPSST Community Corrections certification program covers parole and probation officers working in Oregon's supervision system.

  2. When a DPSST-certified officer retires in good standing after a full career, what is the status of their certification?

    Answer: It may be maintained in an inactive or retired status

    Officers who retire in good standing can maintain their DPSST certification in an inactive or retired status rather than having it revoked.

  3. What role does the employing agency play in the ongoing maintenance of an officer's DPSST certification?

    Answer: Agencies must report changes in employment status, terminations, and training completions to DPSST

    Oregon agencies are legally obligated to report employment changes, separations, and training records to DPSST to ensure accurate certification records.

  4. Which scenario would make an applicant permanently ineligible for any DPSST public safety certification?

    Answer: A felony conviction that was not subsequently expunged

    An unexpunged felony conviction creates a permanent bar to DPSST certification under Oregon minimum employment standards.

  5. How does DPSST handle certification for tribal police officers serving on Oregon's federally recognized tribal lands?

    Answer: Tribal officers must meet the same DPSST standards as all Oregon law enforcement officers

    Tribal law enforcement officers in Oregon who exercise state law enforcement authority must meet the same DPSST certification standards as other Oregon officers.

  6. What is the purpose of the DPSST reserve officer certification program?

    Answer: To provide a credential for part-time volunteer officers who assist full-time agencies

    The DPSST reserve officer program establishes certification standards for part-time or volunteer officers who supplement full-time public safety agencies.

  7. After a DPSST certification is revoked, what is the earliest point at which the former officer may petition for reinstatement?

    Answer: After a minimum waiting period specified in the revocation order or by Board policy

    Former officers whose certifications were revoked may petition for reinstatement only after the waiting period established in the revocation order or Board policy has elapsed.