Description
Learn what constitutes proper I-9 documentation, recordkeeping best practices, and methods for conducting proactive I-9 self-audits.
Course overview:
The Trump administration is already making significant changes to U.S. immigration policy and work authorization enforcement will be a top priority. A surge in I-9 audits is expected under the new administration. Employers should review their Form I-9 compliance now and prepare for potential I-9 audits and worksite visits.
While completing and retaining Forms I-9 may appear straightforward, even employers with strong compliance programs may inadvertently make mistakes.
Join us in this 90-minute session as we untangle the daunting process of completing, storing, and properly disposing of I-9s. You’ll learn how to conduct proactive self-audits of your I-9s, get insights on surviving an external audit, and avoid hefty fines and enforcement actions from ICE.
Areas covered:
- What is Form I-9 and who must comply?
- I-9 Documentation verification for remote workers
- Exceptions for completing and retaining Forms I-9
- Employer and employee responsibilities when completing Form I-9
- Common Form I-9 errors
- Procedures for correcting errors and omissions
- Form I-9 retention rules
- Form I-9 Internal and External Audits
- Levels of violations
- Self-audits
- Immigration and Customs Enforcement Audits
- Inspection Notices
- Consequences of non-compliance
- E-Verify system
- I-9 and E-Verify: Know the differences
- E-Verify rules & procedures
- States with current E-Verify laws
- E-Verify self-audits: Key steps.
Session highlights:
Almost all segments in this webinar will include practical examples and interactive conversations to ensure participants gain hands-on experience and leave with actionable skills.
Why should you attend?
The process of completing, storing, and properly disposing of I-9s can be daunting. The current Administration is strongly focused on immigration enforcement, and the chances of your organization being audited are higher than ever. Due to this increased focus, more employers are conducting proactive self-audits of their I-9s and supporting documentation.
Additionally, more employers are participating in the Federal E-Verify program, a web-based system that allows businesses to electronically confirm the eligibility of their employees to work in the United States.
In this informative 90-minute webinar, you’ll be provided with the information you need to ensure your organization is Form I-9 compliant, understand what constitutes proper documentation, recordkeeping best practices, and methods for conducting self-audits. We will also discuss changes to the I9 that became effective on August 1, 2023, in addition to providing information regarding the expiration on July 31, 2023, of the virtual documentation review that was put in place during the COVID-19 pandemic.
You will also learn about the E-Verify process which can assist employers with good-faith immigration compliance. Additionally, participation in this webinar will provide you with insight into surviving an external audit best practices to avoid hefty fines and enforcement actions from ICE.
Who will benefit?
- Senior Leadership
- Human Resources Directors, Managers, and Representatives
- Operations Professionals
- Compliance Professionals
- Recruiting Professionals
- Managers and Supervisors
- Employees
- Attorneys
About the instructor:
Diane L. Dee, President and Founder of Advantage HR Consulting, LLC is a senior Human Resources professional with over 25 years of experience in the HR arena. Diane’s background includes experience in HR consulting and training & administration in corporate, government, consulting, and pro bono environments.
Diane founded Advantage HR Consulting in early 2016. Under Diane’s leadership, Advantage HR Consulting provides comprehensive, cost-effective Human Resources solutions for small to mid-sized public and private firms in the greater Chicagoland area. Diane also develops and conducts webinars on a wide variety of HR compliance and administrative topics for various training firms across the country. Additionally, Diane is the author of multiple white papers and e-books addressing various HR compliance topics.
Diane holds a Master’s Certificate in Human Resources from Cornell University’s School of Industrial and Labor Relations and has attained SPHR and SHRM-SCP certifications. Diane is a member of the National Association of Women Business Owners and the Society for Human Resource Management. Additionally, Diane performs pro bono work through the Taproot Foundation assisting non-profit clients by integrating their Human Resources goals with their corporate strategies.
