Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Law (2006): did not establish the proffered position of executive
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of executive assistant qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO found that the duties were a mix of general manager and paralegal roles, and that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is not the normal minimum requirement for entry into such positions according to the Occupational Outlook Handbook.
Criteria Discussed
Normal Degree Requirement For Position Degree Requirement Common To The Industry Employer Normally Requires A Degree Specialized And Complex Duties
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