Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
The Art and Science of Reference Checking |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
Perry, Robert Hastings, Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges, Washington, DC. |
| Source: |
Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges. Nov-Dec 2004 12(6). |
| Availability: |
Association of Governing Boards of Universities and Colleges. 1133 20th Street NW Suite 300, Washington, DC 20036. Tel: 800-356-6317; Tel: 202-296-8400; Fax: 202-223-7053; Web site: http://www.agb.org |
| Peer Reviewed: |
N |
| Page Count: |
4 |
| Publication Date: |
2004 |
| Intended Audience: |
Administrators |
| Document Type: |
Opinion Papers |
| Education Level: |
Higher Education |
| Descriptors: |
Search Committees (Personnel), Governing Boards, Personnel Selection, Consultants, Professional Services, Portfolios (Background Materials), Personnel Evaluation, Higher Education, College Presidents, Leadership Qualities, Search Strategies |
| ISSN: |
1068-1027 |
| Abstract: |
If we could survey academic chief executive search committees across higher education, a composite definition of reference checking would likely include verification of factual information such as dates of employment, job titles, and responsibilities, as well as an evaluation of successful performance and leadership skills. Although everyone would acknowledge the importance of these objective and subjective measurements, it's also important to consider when and how the background check is conducted. In this article, the author discusses the advantages of using professional reference checking consultants when performing "off-list" reference checks on search finalists in order to ensure that the search committee and governing board has complete and reliable information on which to base identification and selection of successful candidates. |
| Abstractor: |
ERIC |
| Entry Date: |
2007 |
| Access URL: |
https://www.agb.org/wmspage.cfm?parm1=1088 |
| Accession Number: |
ED496412 |
| Database: |
ERIC |
