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IC3 - Proficient

The median salary range for Human Resources (IC3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $102k - $135k as of Aug 2026, based on 3,139 job postings from 616 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$101,870

14%

Mid

$118,435

14%

High

$135,000

Level Comparison

Level	Sample Size		Low	Mid	High
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.	Very Large 255 Data Points		$70,000	$77,500	$85,000
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.	Very Large 801 Data Points		$81,100	$94,375	$107,650
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.	Very Large 659 Data Points		$101,870	$118,435	$135,000
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.	Very Large 1,037 Data Points		$120,000	$137,500	$155,000
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals.	Large 67 Data Points		$149,500	$174,750	$200,000
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.	Large 74 Data Points		$156,700	$182,675	$208,650
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.	Very Large 508 Data Points		$120,000	$139,584	$159,169
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.	Very Large 298 Data Points		$150,000	$172,500	$195,000
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.	Very Large 369 Data Points		$175,000	$202,300	$229,600
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.	Very Large 132 Data Points		$203,000	$236,500	$270,000