With increased scrutiny from the U.S Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), employers must be vigilant in maintaining accurate I-9 records for all employees hired after November 1986.
The stakes are high, with fines for Form I-9 violations soaring to $2,861 per error and penalties for knowingly employing unauthorized workers reaching a staggering $28,619 per violation.
ICE's intensified efforts, evidenced by a record-breaking 1,179 arrests in a single day and over 3,500 arrests year-to-date, coupled with thousands of annual compliance audits, underscore the pressing need for impeccable I-9 management.
This course provides critical strategies for employers to ensure compliance and avoid severe financial and legal consequences.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
• Implement robust I-9 compliance policies within their organizations
• Conduct effective internal audits to identify and correct potential issues
• Develop proactive strategies to safeguard their businesses from enforcement actions
• Navigate the complexities of I-9 compliance with confidence in a changing regulatory environment
Key Topics
I-9 Fundamentals
• Proper completion techniques for I-9 forms
• Identification and prevention of common mistakes
• Understanding retention requirements
Audit Preparedness
• Strategies for preparing for government audits
• Proactive internal audit procedures
• Best practices for I-9 storage and management
Compliance in a Changing Landscape
• Analysis of expected enforcement priorities under the new administration
• Impact assessment of heightened enforcement on businesses
• Proactive risk mitigation strategies
Legal Implications
• Potential liabilities associated with I-9 deficiencies
• Understanding monetary fines, government oversight, and criminal penalties
• Strategies to minimize legal exposure
Who Should Attend:
• Human Resource Managers & Directors
• HR Compliance Officers
• Employment Lawyers
• Business Owners and Executives
• Compliance Officers & Risk Managers
