The reference form is a tool that the
Peace Corps employs to ensure a standardized suitability review of
applicants. The Assessment and Placement Officer requests the
completion of the reference form and uses the information therein
to assist in determining the suitability and competitiveness of the
applicant. The reference form is an integral part of the selection
process to determine whether an applicant is likely to succeed as a
Peace Corps volunteer.
The reference form employs the
use of information technology to make the collection of the data
electronic, reducing time for references and the use of agency
resources. The use of a standardized, automated electronic form
improves the quality of the information collected by ensuring that
the same information is received from all references. It also
ensures the confidentiality of the content, as the reference
submits the form directly to the Peace Corps, and not through the
applicant.
$15,000
No
Yes
Yes
No
No
No
Uncollected
Denora Miller 202 692-1236
dmiller4@peacecorps.gov
No
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that
the collection of information encompassed by this request complies
with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR
1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding
the proposed collection of information, that the certification
covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a
benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control
number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of
these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked
and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.