Pretty simple – I received an informal job offer. Their policy is to get a reference from current supervisors.
During the interview process I told them no because I was applying discreetly (which is true). Now, they offered me the job but want to talk to my supervisor to “check the box.”
The hiring manager specifically said “..unless there's some reason you don't want us to.” I didn't want to say the truth which is:
- My current manager is unstable, vindictive, and cruel.
- I currently have a grievance against him for numerous contract violations.
- The discrimination department literally opened a case against him that is ongoing.
They're going to email me salary and details, so I have some time. Please give me any advice… tell the truth? Outright refuse? Something else?
I sent a request to my current union reps for advice. The new job actually *wouldn't* be union protected.
My boss is so malicious that if I told him, he would say yes, sabotage the job and then try to fire me.
Help!