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Covington Township, PA
School Resource Officer
The Covington Township Police
Department is currently accepting applications for a highly motivated individual to serve as the
Departments School Resource
Officer. This position involves a community policing approach to calls for assistance with the overall responsibility of protecting life
and property on the North Pocono High School Campus. Duties
include patrolling the campus;
parking enforcement; criminal
investigations; motor vehicle
accident investigations; assisting with, preparing, and offering training, crime prevention, and other
educational programs for faculty, staff and students; providing
security during school functions such as sporting events, concerts
or plays; and responding
to medical emergencies.
Qualifications:
High School Diploma or GED
Valid PA Drivers License
with clean driving record
Clean criminal background;
must be maintained throughout
employment. PA Act 120
(Municipal Police Academy)
required
Must maintain valid CPR/AED/ First Aid certification
Prior Law Enforcement
experience preferred
Must be able to successfully
work in stressful situations
Must use exceptionally
good judgement
Possess good written and oral communication skills
Due to the nature of the position, must maintain confidentiality and demonstrate a personable manner.
Must be able to work well under pressure and deal effectively with regular interruptions while
maintaining accuracy and showing attention to detail.
Must possess strong computer skills, be willing and able to learn new systems and functions
Ability to work hours
as necessary based on the needs
of the department and school
district, including overtime
and various shifts.
Dedicated to the mission of the Covington Township Police
Department and the North Pocono School District

For more information,
please contact
Chief Bernie Klocko
at 570-842-6400.
Qualified individuals may apply
in person or send an application and resume to the
Covington Township
Police Department
at 4 John J. Michaels Dr.
Covington Twp., PA 18444

Applications are available at
www.covingtontwp.org
under Forms and Ordinances/
Other Forms.