Taylor Scruggs 1234 Beach Arbor Drive, Mansfield, TX 76063

Residence: (817) 478-1234 • Mobile: (817) 999-1234 • abc@aol.com

October 24, 2007

Chief Daniel Ryder

Dallas Fire-Rescue Department
2550 Meadow Creek Lane 10AS
Dallas, TX 75201

Dear Chief:

Enclosed is a résumé in application for an executive appointment with the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department.
As a 25+ year firefighter who has served as a Fire Captain/Lieutenant for the past 16 years, I have the skills,
knowledge, and
most importantly
the dedication and commitment to ensure that citizens and
businesses are provided with safe, efficient and quality emergency services. Let me highlight a few of the
areas where I believe I am exceptionally qualified to fulfill the requirements of the position:

YOUR REQUIREMENTS MY QUALIFICATIONS

• Two years’ experience at the • I have been a firefighter since 1981 and have served as a Fire
Captain’s rank and above. Captain for a triple company since 2004. In addition, I served as a
Fire Lieutenant for a single company for 13 years.

• Applicants who are pursuing • I possess a Bachelor of Arts from Prairie View A&M University,
or possess a college degree. have earned several professional certifications, and completed
extensive professional development courses.

• Manage, coordinate, and
supervise emergency
operations by directing the
activities of emergency
personnel.
• As Fire Captain for the past three years, I have been responsible for
the day-to-day operations of my team. My leadership skills generate
trust because I believe in fair and equal treatment of others and that
all leaders are more effective if they lead with a team mentality.

• Facilitate subordinates
professional development
through application and
monitoring of training
programs.
• I assist with regular in-service training programs and use employee
evaluations to identify the strengths and weakness of my team for
performance improvement.

I look forward to the evaluation/assessment process and the opportunity to demonstrate my abilities to
handle an executive appointment with the DFD. Thank you for your consideration of my application.

Sincerely,

Taylor Scruggs

Enclosure: Résumé