The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Human Resources

Who can complete Section 1 and Section 2 of an I-9?

Section 1:

The employee is responsible for completing Section 1. The employee may use a translator if they do not understand enough English to complete it. 

  • The translator must complete the Preparer and/or Translator Certification block.
  • The employee must still sign the certification block in Section 1.

Section 2:

A representative, who has received authorization from UAB, must be completed Section 2. 

  • The representative examines the original document(s) presented by the employee.
  • Confirms the presented document(s) in the Guardian system
  • Upload any required documentation into Guardian system.

If you have questions and need clarification, use the link to contact the Records Administration Office.

By Francesca Collins | Modified on: Wed, 15 Dec, 2021 at 2:11 PM
The information in this article has been verified as up-to-date on the date of publication. All information is for general purposes only and not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual. For specific questions or support, contact us at humanresources@uab.edu.

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