11 Questions You Should Ask When Doing Reference Checks
Once you have connected with a candidate’s former supervisor or colleague, here are a few questions to ask:
1. Tell me about your experience
2. Major accomplishments
3. Skill ratings
4. Strengths
5. Weaknesses
6. Communication style
7. Why did they leave?
8. Would you rehire them?
I would also recommend asking about:
1. Candidate’s responsibilities
2. Technology familiarity and specific systems
3. Ability to meet deadlines
4. How they took feedback
Asking open-ended questions will really allow you to get a sense of how that employee functioned in that specific role and how they might be a fit for your company.