dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Public Relations
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of public relations specialist qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO agreed with the director that the petitioner, an HVAC and plumbing company, did not prove that a bachelor's degree in a specific field is the normal minimum requirement for the position, or that the duties were sufficiently complex or unique to necessitate such a degree.
Criteria Discussed
Degree Is Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry For Parallel Positions Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That They Require A Degree
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