Job References

[makken]

I'm currently going through a recruitment process and they've asked for references.

I have references prepared from my previous employer (not current), but they indicated that they're unwilling to accept those because its been too long since I've worked there (~4 years).

My current employer has the policy of only verifying my position and employment dates, and outside of these two sources, I really don't have anyone that can act as a reference in the manner that they're looking for.

Is there anything I can do? I would like to use references from my previous employer as the duties and the responsibilities of the two positions are very similar, but they're somewhat adamant about it being 'recent'

 

[SpatiallyAware]

Why can't your current boss or company owner give you a reference?

Those "only give hire/fire dates" are more for HR than your boss or the owner of the company.

 

[makken]

I did speak with my boss. He's willing to give me a reference, but he's probably bound by the HR policy. He said he'll look into it to see if it applies, but i'm not holding my breath.

 

[Crono]

Is there anyone who isn't your boss at your current company who can act as a reference? i.e. someone who isn't your direct supervisor/manager, but can vouch for your performance?