Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Data Analysis (2020): the petitioner provided inconsistent and insufficient
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner provided inconsistent and insufficient information regarding the minimum requirements for the proffered position of 'junior data analyst'. The record contained conflicting details about the required degree and experience across the petitioner's letter, a job posting, and expert opinion letters. These unresolved inconsistencies made it impossible to determine the substantive nature of the position and whether it qualified as a specialty occupation.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Definition Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is Normal Minimum Requirement Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Duties Are So Specialized And Complex
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