How to Use Candidate Reference Checks

Let candidates share their references and let Enginehire do the heavy lifting. Automated email and sms checks sent to references. IP tracking to verify who is completing the emails, and customize

Automated Reference Checks is tool in your corner, and while it can, if doesn't not have to replace the way you like to go about verifying references. It is just another tool to make it easier for you, your candidates, their references, and your client. 

Automating reference checks streamlines the process.

Save time for both the staffing company and the references. Instead of playing phone tag or waiting for email responses, the system can send out requests promptly and follow up as needed.

Sent without lifting a finger.

Beyond a candidate inputting an email and selecting submit to have these references automatically send, automated systems ensure that every reference is asked the same questions in the same way, reducing the risk of bias or oversight. This consistency can lead to more accurate assessments of candidates.

The Power of Tracking

Tracking IP addresses adds a layer of security and accountability to the process. Verify the source of each reference response and ensure that they are genuine. Additionally, having a digital record of all interactions can be invaluable for compliance purposes or in case of disputes.

Appreciation.

Beyond saving time knowing that a company is using technology to ensure thorough vetting of candidates can increase confidence in their services.

Learn How to Create a Reference Check Form. 

Easily build the form that holds all the questions references must answer for your candidates to be considers. 
Then set this form off to a reference or use it to hold all your notes and answers when you're on the phone with the reference. 

Send a Reference Check

The reference checks are sent by default to references once a candidate select submits after adding them. Below with share how to send an automatic reminder for those checks yet to be resubmitted.  

View a Reference Check

References are viewable in two place.

References are attached to the candidate that sent them.

1) Select the candidate. 

2) View their profile and scroll to References.

3)  Select View to open the reference submission.

References are stored in References. 

1) From Mission Control select Other.

2) Select References. 

3) Use the fields and filters to sort the references.