Reference Hunter Automated Reference Checking System for Smarter Hiring

Automate reference checks and get fast, reliable feedback—no calls, no emails, just insights from past supervisors and coworkers.

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Why Use Automated Reference Checks?

Most hiring teams skip reference checks because they’re time-consuming. But skipping this step means missing out on some of the most honest feedback you can get.

With Discovered’s automated reference checking system, you no longer have to choose between speed and quality—you can have both.

What Reference Hunter Helps You Do

Run fast, consistent reference checks
Collect up to 6 references per candidate
Use customizable, role-specific questionnaires
Automate follow-ups via email, text, and phone
Review responses in a clean, scored dashboard
Detect and prevent fake or biased responses

How the Automated Reference Checking System Works

You send your candidate a secure link to enter reference contact details

Candidate adds their references (we recommend direct past supervisors)

Our system sends a customizable questionnaire via email, text, or call

References respond, and you’re notified in real-time

You review all responses with auto-scoring and red flags clearly marked

Everything happens without lifting the phone.

What Makes Reference Hunter So Powerful

Feature

Benefit

Customizable Questionnaires

Tailor questions by role, level, or culture fit

Up to 6 References Per Candidate

See a full picture—not just one opinion

Real-Time Alerts & Notifications

Know the moment a reference completes a questionnaire

Mobile-Friendly Forms

Makes it easy for busy managers to respond

Anti-Fraud & IP Tracking

Spot red flags or fake references instantly

Auto-Scoring System

Quickly compare candidates at a glance

Example Use Cases

Role	Reference Focus	Benefit Gained
Sales Manager	Performance under pressure, quota history	Avoid over-sellers and spot top closers
Customer Support Agent	Empathy, tone, ability to handle conflict	Predict customer satisfaction impact
Office Administrator	Reliability, attention to detail	Reduce turnover due to performance

Eliminate Bias and Improve Compliance

Reference Hunter helps you stay compliant and fair by:

Standardizing questions across all candidates

Eliminating unstructured, bias-prone phone calls

Logging feedback in a traceable, exportable report

Use it as a defensible tool to support better hiring decisions—especially when combined with your pre-employment assessments.

Benefits You’ll See Instantly

Save significant time per reference check
Reduce bad hires by catching early warning signs
Recruit passive candidates (52% of references express interest in your company)
Get a more complete picture beyond resumes and interviews

Combine with Assessments for Better Insights

Use Reference Hunter alongside pre-employment assessments to build a deeper, more reliable hiring process.

Role	Assessment	Reference Focus
Sales Rep	Sales Predictor Profile	Validate past performance feedback
Supervisor	Supervisor Skills Test	Align performance traits with real-world behavior
Customer Service	Short Personality Test	Confirm interpersonal skills and reliability

Pro Tip

Use assessments to surface traits and skills, then validate those areas with reference feedback. Together, they offer a more complete view of the candidate.