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Standard Reference Check Questions

The standard questions Vetty asks when conducting a reference check.

Vetty makes reference checks simple and customizable. As a client, you can choose how many references you’d like Vetty to contact — we’ll handle the rest.

When your candidate provides their reference details, they’ll identify each person as a Peer, Manager, Subordinate, or Other. If they select Other, they’ll be asked to briefly describe their relationship to that reference.

Below are the standard questions Vetty uses when performing reference checks. Want to tailor the experience? No problem! These questions can be fully customized and you can add, remove, or edit them to fit your specific needs. 

Below is our standard list of questions.

 

Standard Questions:

  1. What was/is the applicant's job and nature of their duties?
  2. How did they get along with their associates?
  3. How did they show initiative or leadership in their job?
  4. How long have you known them?
  5. When they begin a task, would you say that they carry it through?
  6. What could they do to improve their job performance?
  7. Are they dependable?
  8. In your opinion, have they ever shown a propensity for violence or dishonesty in the workplace?
  9. What would you say is their greatest strength?
  10. In your opinion, if you were responsible for the hiring process, would you consider them eligible for rehire?
  11. Do you have any additional comments?