Coldwater Foundation

Recommendation Form

APPLICANT INFORMATION (to be completed by the applicant prior to distribution to the referee)

Name:______

Position: Program Associate, Marketing and Logistics; Wilderness Trip Leader

Position start date is October 1, 2016; we are asking for a minimum two year commitment, through October 1, 2018.

To the Intern Applicant: By placing an X in the box of this waiver, you are giving up your right under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 to inspect letters of recommendation:

By submitting this reference request, I waive my right to review the information submitted by my references

Date: ______

REFEREE INFORMATION

The above named is an applicant for a full-time ministry position with the Coldwater Foundation. We appreciate your willingness to complete the information and answer the questions below. Feel free to attach a separate sheet if necessary; your input and prompt response is greatly appreciated.

Please e-mail this form to Coldwater Foundation as soon as possible.

Name: ______Email: ______

1. How long have you known the applicant, and in what capacity?

2. Please rate the applicant on the following:

(Comment below if desired)

Please check the appropriate column: / Excellent / Good / Average / Below Average / Unable to Judge
General problem solving abilities
Written expression
Oral expression
Spiritual Maturity/Sensitivity
Social Attitude:
Courteous
Responsible
Adaptable
Flexible
Able to work with others
Emotional Stability and Maturity:
Adjusts easily to new situations
Emotional reaction to strain
Able to maintain a positive attitude
Accepts authority/Able to take direction

The applicant will be living in Grand Marais, a rural community in NE Minnesota. The Program Associate will be leading wilderness trips throughout the year, and in season, be living and functioning in community with all other Coldwater Foundation program participants.

3. In what areas or what ways might you foresee the applicant contributing positively to our organization?

4. Do you recommend the applicant? □ Yes □ Yes, with reservations (please explain) □ No

If you have any additional comments, please share below:

RETURN DIRECTLY TO Coldwater Foundation BY E-MAIL at or mail to:

Coldwater Foundation

PO Box 501

Grand Marais MN 55604

Thank you for your time and involvement. Please visit our website to find out more about the Coldwater Foundation.

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