Reference Checking

Hiring decisions should not be made without making an effort to check references. Making hiring decisions without complete information on candidates could lead to costly mistakes and may subject an employer to liability for its hiring decision. Reference checking should be regarded as another form of interviewing. References help you get the full picture of the candidate's skills, work habits, and personality. Reference checking is all about making sure the candidate is right for the job.

Resources:

• Click here for additional guidelines and tips on reference checking.
• Click here for websites that verify licenses for different professions.
• Click here for Tips on Providing References.

Forms:

Release Form

The purpose of this form is for the candidate to consent to having references contacted and to release the employers and the educational institutes giving the references from liablity. This form should be given to the candidate at the begining of the reference checking process, and the candidate should be asked to complete and sign it for each reference name that he/she provides.

• Release Form for Current Employers
• Release Form for Former Employers

Reference Check Form

When a final candidate for a code 100/110, 104/114, 106/116 or 107/117 is selected for a position, the supervisor or Human Resources Representative must complete this form prior to extending an offer. The completed form should be included in the new hire paperwork package.

• Click here to download Reference Check Form.

For instructions, contact the Employment Office.