Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2017): did not establish the proffered position qualifies as a
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The petitioner submitted two conflicting job descriptions on initial filing and on appeal, and failed to demonstrate that the duties were so specialized and complex as to require a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Employer-Employee Relationship Normal Degree Requirement For Position Inconsistent Job Descriptions
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