Dismissed
H-1B
H-1B Dismissed — Public Relations (2005): did not establish the proffered position of 'public
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 director determined that the petitioner did not meet any of the four regulatory criteria, finding that the described duties were similar to occupations that do not normally require a baccalaureate degree in a specific field.
Criteria Discussed
A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree Is A Normal Minimum Requirement For The Position The Degree Requirement Is Common To The Industry In Parallel Positions The Employer Normally Requires A Degree For The Position The Duties Are So Specialized And Complex That The Knowledge Required Is Usually Associated With A Baccalaureate Or Higher Degree
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