Subject: Reference for NAME Hi – I am emailing in order to check you as a reference for FULL NAME. NAME is the final candidate for the College of Public Health, TITLE position. I have notified NAME that I would be reaching out to you. I’m hoping you can take the time to answer a few questions regarding your experience working with NAME. 1. In what capacity did you work with Name? 2. How would you evaluate the overall quality of him/her work, specifically dealing with customers and problem-solving? 3. How would you describe his/her communication skills? 4. How would you describe her ability to communicate with you and with his/her supervisor? 5. Were you happy with his/her performance overall as an employee? Thank you again for taking the time to complete the reference check! If you would prefer to discuss these questions over the phone please feel free to give me a call. You can reach me at WORK NUMBER. Thank you!