Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Computer Science (2017): did not establish the position qualifies as a specialty
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The stated educational requirement of a bachelor's degree in broad, disparate fields like science, engineering, or computers was not considered a degree in a 'specific specialty.' Furthermore, the job description was generic and lacked the necessary detail to demonstrate the duties were complex enough to require a specific bachelor's degree.
Criteria Discussed
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is The Normal Minimum Requirement The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry The Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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