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6/11/26 Stateline Mtg: I-9 DIY: How to Audit Before They Do
MCC Catalyst Campus OR Remote Via Zoom
222 E. Church St.
Woodstock, IL 60098
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Speaker: Ben OPP, SPHR, HR Source
Summary:
I-9 DIY: How to Audit Before They Do
In the current immigration enforcement climate, many employers are concerned about the accuracy and completeness of their I-9 forms. Mistakes - like missing signatures, incorrect document verification, or failing to reverify work authorization - can lead to costly fines and legal risks.
Join HR Source's Ben Opp, HR Hotline & Content Advisor, for this interactive webinar. He'll break down the I-9 process in plain language, walk you through a step-by-step process for self-auditing your records, and provide real-world examples of common mistakes - and how to fix them. You’ll also discover best practices for retention, learn about E-Verify, and how to handle a government audit.
This session is perfect for anyone who manages the new hire process, including HR professionals, directors of small organizations, and managers who handle new hire paperwork. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your compliance knowledge and protect your organization!
Key Takeaways:
• Understanding the I-9 form and verification process.
• How to properly store, retain, and organize I-9 records.
• Common employer mistakes and how to avoid them.
• How to conduct a self-audit and correct errors.
• What to do if an auditing agency comes knocking.
Speaker Bio:
Ben Opp, SPHR
HR Hotline & Content Advisor, HR Source
Ben serves as a trusted advisor to executives and HR teams on every imaginable topic in the HR field, and has held leadership roles in sales, accounting, and human resources in addition to his experience as a performing and teaching musician. His 20+ years working in small business, including arts organizations, engineering, and industrial services, lend him empathy toward the unique challenges of growing organizations and a holistic understanding of integrated business operations. A lifelong learner, Ben holds two degrees in music performance, the Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from HRCI, and is halfway through his MBA at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
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