USM-164 Applicant Appraisal Questionnaire

This form will primarily be used to collect applicant reference information. Reference checking is an objective evaluation of an applicant’s past job performance based on information collected from key individuals (e.g. supervisors, peers, subordinates) who have known and worked with the applicant. Reference checking is a necessary supplement to the evaluation of resumes and other descriptions of training and experience, and allows the selecting official to hire applicants with a strong history of performance. The questions on this form have been developed following the OPM, MSPB, and DOJ “Best Practice” guidelines for reference checking.

The latest form for USM-164 Applicant Appraisal Questionnaire expires 2021-10-31 and can be found here.