This free sample is to assist HR professionals with creating an Applicant Reference Release Template. Use the table below to help identify the forms that you need to complete when filing a compromise and release.Example form for an employee to complete giving permission for the employer to release employment records. Here is a master list of the Building Division's bulletins and forms. Type either the name of the document you are looking for or enter 1-2 keywords. The following is a sample Employment Reference Release form that was adapted from several state bar associations' employment law groups. Some forms may be available as fillable PDF's in the Adobe Sign library accessible via the SSO portal.