Sustained
H-1B
H-1B Sustained โ Conflict Resolution (2024): the petitioner provided sufficient evidence in response to
Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the petitioner provided sufficient evidence in response to a Request for Evidence (RFE) to demonstrate that the 'conflict resolution research analyst' position qualified as a specialty occupation. While the initial description was too general, the petitioner's response detailed the specialized and complex duties in the context of its public policy analysis work, successfully showing that the role requires the theoretical and practical application of knowledge gained from a bachelor's degree or higher in conflict resolution.
Criteria Discussed
Specialty Occupation Degree Requirement Specialized And Complex Duties
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