What should you include in a letter of employment?

It states that you currently work for the company and includes details such as your job title, how long you’ve worked there, whether you work part- or full-time, your wage or salary, and your employer’s contact information. Letters of employment are usually brief as they just need to verify your income and position.

How do employers verify current employment?

The employer can request pay stubs from the employee that will show what wage they are currently earning, their current position, and employment dates. Additionally, larger employers may utilize a third party verification system that automatically verifies current employment without contacting the current employer.

How do I request an employment verification letter from an employer?

Sample employment verification request

They’ve asked that you verify my dates of employment, job title and current salary. They also accept verification via fax at 503-555-0102. Please let me know if there’s anything else you need.

What is an employment verification?

An employment verification is when an employer, or a designated 3rd party such as a background check company, validates a job candidate’s employment history.

How do you verify an employee?

Those requesting employment or salary verification may access THE WORK NUMBER® online at https://www.theworknumber.com/verifiers/ using DOL’s code: 10915. You may also contact the service directly via phone at: 1-800-367-5690.