Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Public Relations: did not establish the proffered position of Public
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to prove that the proffered position of Public Relations Specialist qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the petitioner did not establish that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is the normal minimum requirement, common to the industry, or required by the employer historically. Furthermore, the petitioner did not demonstrate that the duties were sufficiently specialized or complex to necessitate a degree, and evidence submitted, such as job ads from different industries, was found to be irrelevant.
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 Complex/Unique Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Nature Of The Duties Is So Specialized And Complex
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