A Persuasive Job Application Letter

1 Persuasive Letter for Job Interview Attn: Address: City, State Ocala, Phone Dear Major Terry Bovaird, I am writing in response to your advertisement for a Crime Scene Investigator position.

I have over twenty years experience as a firefighter, and although I do not have my bachelor’s degree, I have strong skills and proficiency in fire investigation as well as fire training instructor. I am presently attending college in pursuit of my bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science. In addition, I have successfully obtained special training and skills for advancement in reconstruction of a crime scene as well as arson investigation.

I would like to be given an opportunity to tell you more about my work experience and how my skill-set could contribute to the successful day-to-day running of your company.

I would also be happy to provide strong references at your request.

Thank you and I look forward to discussing the position with you.

Sincerely,

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2 November 23, 2010 Attn: Department: Address City, State Phone Dear I am interested in the position you advertised on the web for Crime Scene Investigator in your organization. I am energetic, and a reliable person who is willing to go an extra mile for perfection. I have worked in many areas in the fire science field. These areas include Telecommunication, Training Division and Public Relations. Therefore I am seeking a challenging position where I can utilize my skills. In addition, you will find in my resume that I have recently completed classes in crime scene reconstruction, bloodstain pattern analysis, buried body and surface skeleton as well as arson investigation to keep abreast of the new technology. Mike Byrd of Miami-Dade Police Department describes that: Over the past two decades in the field of ever-changing technology the most significant advances have been introduced into the analytical (laboratory examination of physical evidence) fields. It is important for the crime scene investigator or evidence recovery technician to be well read and keep abreast of these ever-changing techniques and methods in technology (Byrad, 1999, para 3).

Although I do not have much experience in the field of crime scene investigation, my skills, experience and knowledge as a veteran firefighter will be a valuable asset to crime scenes involving situation where physical evidence is tampered with or attempts to be covered up by fire. I have learned through training that organizing and proper documentation produces quality results of an investigation and should take priority over speed. Evidence never lies as stated by John Briscoe that “relevance is the fundamental principle of the law of evidence… the less reliable or credible an item of evidence is, the less relevant it is” (Briscoe, p. 13).

In my past career as a correctional officer, I acquired training and knowledge in handling property, chain of custody, and firearm safety. These qualifications make me a valuable asset in advancement of your forensic department. I am currently pursuing my BS degree in Forensic Science. I have worked in many areas in the fire field. These areas include Telecommunication, Training Division and Public Relations. Through my twenty years of experience in law enforcement, I have achieved several state certifications as well as special training in forensic background. I am willing to be trained to develop additional skills and to make a long-term commitment to improve my chances for advancement to your company. To be granted the opportunity to work for your company will be an honor and highly desirable. I am committed for the best performance to your company and I am confident that I will definitely add great value to your forensic team.

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I have enclosed my resume with the letter that will give you all the necessary details about my work experience and qualification. Please feel free to contact me if additional information if needed.

Thank you for considering this letter and I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

4 References Briscoe, J. (1999). Surveying the courtroom: A land expert’s guide to evidence and civil procedure, (2nd edition). New York, NY: Wiley-InterScience.

Byrd, M. (1999, October 29). Miami-Dade Police Department Crime Scene Investigations. DNA, the next generation technology is here! Retrieved November 16, 2010 from http://www.crime-scene-investigator.net/dna.html