dismissed
H-1B
dismissed H-1B Case: Social Services
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the proffered position of executive director qualifies as a specialty occupation. The AAO determined that the petitioner did not demonstrate that a bachelor's degree in a specific specialty is the normal minimum requirement for the role, as the petitioner would accept degrees in several different fields and occupational handbooks did not support a specific degree requirement.
Criteria Discussed
8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(1) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(2) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(3) 8 C.F.R. § 214.2(H)(4)(Iii)(A)(4)
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