Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Human Resources (2017): the Director denied the petition, concluding that the
Decision Summary
The Director denied the petition, concluding that the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of 'human resources generalist' qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO dismissed the appeal, upholding the finding that the petitioner did not demonstrate that the position's duties are so specialized and complex that they require a minimum of a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Minimum Requirement Of A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry Or The Position Is Uniquely Complex Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Nature Of The Specific Duties Is So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Degree
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