Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Hotel Business (2016): did not establish the proffered 'hotel manager' position
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that the proffered 'hotel manager' position qualifies as a specialty occupation. The decision notes that, according to the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Outlook Handbook, a bachelor's degree is not the normal minimum requirement for lodging manager positions. The petitioner did not establish that the duties of this particular position were so complex or specialized as to necessitate a degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Degree Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Employer'S Normal Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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