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I work at a large fortune 500 company. I received a phone call from the director of HR today asking me to come review some paperwork. I knew immediately what it was about, although I had not anticipated it. I then participated in a very uncomfortable few moments with the director while she explained that character references were not something that they do, and that I should have given them a heads up about the reference. I agree with both of these policies, especially the latter. I have never put someone's name down for a reference without first asking permission. I was embarrassed and explained that I did not expect the PD to do anything but verify my employment, and apologized for putting her in such a position. She filled out the form, made a copy, and said not to worry, she's fine with the permit. Since I did not expect that a reference letter was being sent, I only listed the company name, address, and main phone number. So this means that this reference letter made it's rounds as well. I can only imagine the amount of people who became privy to this personal information before it finally landed on the desk of HR. My understanding was that the PD could only verify your employment and that's it. Correct? I plan to send a letter to the CLEO explaining my concerns, should I also notify the NJSP FIU?