[LETTER OF REFERENCE FOR FORMER EMPLOYEE] General rules: * The Fair Employment act prohibits employers from saying anything negative about former employees. Therefore offer only the facts or confirm only what the prospective employer offers. If you were satisfied with the employee, offer comments about the quality of work. «PG» COMPANY ADDRESS CITY, STATE ZIP Date Name Address City, State Zip Dear , [John Smith was employed with our firm as account executive from Dec. 1, 1984 through Jan. 1, 1986. He left our firm to accept a better position]. [During his employment here we were very pleased with his work. He was a hard worker, showed considerable initiative, and accepted additional responsibility well. Given a suitable opening, we would rehire Mr. Smith without hesitation]. [If you need additional information, just let us know]. Sincerely, Personnel directorrtter to the personnel department to become a permanent part of your record. Thank you again for your suggestion. Sincerely, Name Title
