Remote Reference Specialist – Help Companies Make Confident Hires (Flexible, Remote, 1099 Contract) - Contract to Hire

Location: Fully Remote Employment Type: 1099 Contract ABOUT US At Ambassador Group, we are passionate about honoring the God-endowed nobility of human beings by promoting meaningful work with meaningful relationships. Our mission is to help leaders build aligned teams with human sensitivity through deep, consultative recruiting, faithful representation, and robust onboarding support. Our Reference Checkers play a crucial role in this mission by conducting structured conversations that enable insight and alignment between candidates and clients. We are not in the business of “finding dirt.” Instead, we seek to provide a well-rounded, professional perspective on each candidate, helping both hiring teams and candidates make confident, informed decisions. At Ambassador Group, we take pride in our culture, and our employees agree—we have a 5/5 employee recommendation score on Glassdoor! Check out what our team says about working with us here. RESPONSIBILITIES Scheduling & Coordination – Contact references, set clear expectations, and schedule calls professionally within 18 hours of notification (excluding weekends). Reference Interviews – Each reference conversation will have goals and set questions, and it will be the Reference Checker’s responsibility to navigate the conversation relationally and smoothly to uncover meaningful insights. Summarization & Analysis – Accurately summarize reference feedback, identifying key themes and patterns that provide meaningful insights. Client Reporting – Present findings in a structured, clear, and professional format to help clients make well-informed hiring decisions. Documentation – Maintain accurate records in Crelate (our ATS), ensuring reference data is stored efficiently and consistently. WHO YOU ARE You are a detail-oriented professional with strong listening, analytical, and communication skills. You believe in supporting alignment rather than eliminating candidates and have a talent for identifying valuable insights from reference conversations. You thrive in a role that balances structure with critical thinking and are comfortable working independently in a fully remote, flexible environment. WORKLOAD & EXPECTATIONS Fluctuating Weekly Demand – The workload will vary based on candidate volume, making this a great role for someone who values flexibility. This is why the position is a 1099 contract rather than a full-time position. Timely Attention to References – Reference calls and reports must be completed within 18 hours of assignment (excluding weekends). This ensures that clients receive prompt insights to support their fast-moving hiring decisions. WHAT YOU BRING HR experience is NOT required—we value strong communication and relational skills over an HR background. Experience in conducting polite and curious professional experience conversations. Excellent verbal communication skills. High level of confidentiality and ethical judgment. Ability to manage multiple reference checks efficiently while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. Comfortable using a computer, working remotely, and being accountable in a digital environment. Familiarity with or willingness to learn Crelate, Google Docs, Gmail, Zoom, and RingCentral. Ability to follow and execute our structured reference-checking process. Growth Opportunities This role serves as a potential entry point into our company, with opportunities for career growth into other areas of the business, including: Operations – Supporting and optimizing internal processes to enhance efficiency. Recruiting – Expanding into direct candidate sourcing, assessment, and client support. We believe in developing talent from within and giving strong performers opportunities to take on more responsibility as we continue to grow. WHY JOIN US At Ambassador Group, we are People-People who are Obsessed with Excellence and Hungry for Humility. In this role, you’ll directly contribute to our mission of building aligned teams with human sensitivity. You’ll be part of a servant leadership culture where we prioritize individual well-being, professional growth, and making a lasting impact in the world of hiring. But don’t just take our word for it—our employees love working here! We’re proud to have a 5/5 employee recommendation score on Glassdoor. See what our team says about working with us here. Join us as a trusted partner in helping leaders make thoughtful, well-aligned hiring decisions—and grow your career with us! Apply Job!