Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Agronomy (2006): the AAO determined that the proposed position of
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the AAO determined that the proposed position of 'agronomist' was not a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the described duties more closely resembled those of a supervisory golf course greenskeeper, a role that does not normally require a bachelor's degree. The petitioner failed to establish that the position met any of the four regulatory criteria required to qualify as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To Industry Or Position Is Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires Degree Duties Are Specialized And Complex
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