I’ve been eyeing some jobs with the government (local, state, & national) but all require that you provide three professional references along with the application/resume. I’m just wrapping up a Degree in management and will be changing careers, somy employer may or may not know that I will be starting a job hunt. I’ve been with this company for eight years (my only job) and so these references would need to be from my current employer. Does anyone have any suggestions? How should I let them know I will be using them as a reference, etc…?