Undocumented workers may present false documents or misrepresent themselves as another individual to gain employment. This costs American citizens jobs and places American companies at odds with the legal system.
ICE's Mutual Agreement between Government and Employers (IMAGE) program helps employers detect the use of fraudulent identity documents, and subsequently, reduce unauthorized employment.
"ICE actively pursues partnership with those employers that want to comply with the employment eligibility verification requirements," said Phillip Warfield, worksite enforcement unit chief. "By partnering with ICE, employers receive invaluable training and the tools necessary to ensure a lawful workforce."
Program membership is voluntary. Currently, ICE has 123 IMAGE members, all of whom are dedicated to the program's mission.
"We take the issue of employment verification very seriously," said Ken Kimbro, Tyson Foods' senior vice president and chief human resources officer. "Tyson has a zero tolerance for employing people who are not authorized to work in the United States. That's why we use all available tools provided by the U.S. government to verify the documents of the people we hire."
ICE recently revamped the IMAGE program, making membership easier than ever. The process is simple. Employers must:
This year, IMAGE will host a series of forums across the country. Employers interested in learning more about the program are invited to attend. Learn more about IMAGE.
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U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is the largest investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security.
ICE is a 21st century law enforcement agency with broad responsibilities for a number of key homeland security priorities. For more information, visit www.ICE.gov. To report suspicious activity, call 1-866-347-2423 or complete our tip form.