What do the terms Individual Contributor, Manager/Supervisor, and Executive Leadership mean?

  • Individual Contributor (IC): An employee who does not supervise others.
  • Manager/Supervisor (M/S): An employee who manages people, programs, or projects.
  • Executive Leadership (EL): Senior leaders such as Commissioners, Deputy Commissioners, Administrators, Executive Directors, Chiefs of Staff, General Counsel, or Wardens. They may or may not supervise direct reports.

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