PDFWAC 357-58-035
What is the definition of a manager or managerial employee?
In accordance with RCW 41.06.022, a manager or managerial employee is defined as the employee of a position that:
(1) Formulates statewide policy or directs the work of an agency or agency subdivision;
(2) Administers one or more statewide policies or programs of an agency or agency subdivision;
(3) Manages, administers and controls a local branch office of an agency or an agency subdivision, including the physical, financial or personnel resources;
(4) Has substantial responsibility in personnel administration, legislative relations, public information or the preparation and administration of budgets; and/or
(5) Functions above the first level of supervision and exercises authority that is not merely routine or clerical in nature and requires the consistent use of independent judgment.