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IEC CORP GROUP

Payment Specialist (61544)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$23 - $36.38/hr

Good knowledge of all system databases. * Assist training of the Collection Associate. * Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six month to one year ...

IEC CORP GROUP

Payment Specialist (61544)

Irvine, CA · On-site

$23 - $36.38/hr

Good knowledge of all system databases. * Assist training of the Collection Associate. * Associate's degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or six month to one year ...

JBA International

Collection Attorney

Northridge, CA · On-site

The Associate Attorney candidate is a results-driven individual with experience in or the desire to become experienced in the consumer collection industry. The Associate Attorney is charged with ...

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How much do collection associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for collection associate in California is $20.38, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $22.79 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What jobs pay 4000 a week without a degree?

A Collection Associate typically earns less than $4,000 per week, as most collection roles pay hourly or salary-based wages below that threshold. High-paying jobs that can reach $4,000 weekly without a degree often include sales, real estate, or certain skilled trades, but these usually require experience, certifications, or licenses rather than formal degrees.

What does a collection associate do?

A collection associate is responsible for contacting customers to collect overdue payments, verifying account information, and negotiating payment arrangements. They often use collection software and must follow legal and company policies to ensure compliance while recovering debts efficiently.

How can I make 2000 a week working from home?

A Collection Associate can potentially earn $2,000 a week by working full-time hours, often requiring strong communication and negotiation skills, and experience with debt recovery processes. Achieving this income may involve handling high-volume accounts, working overtime, or earning performance-based bonuses. It is important to have good organizational skills and familiarity with collection software to maximize earning potential.

What is the highest paying collection job?

The highest paying collection jobs are typically senior or managerial roles such as Collections Manager or Credit and Collections Director, which can offer salaries exceeding $80,000 annually. These positions often require extensive experience, strong negotiation skills, and knowledge of credit laws and collection software tools.

What is the difference between Collection Associate vs Accounts Receivable Clerk?

AspectCollection AssociateAccounts Receivable Clerk
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma; some roles prefer associate degreeHigh school diploma; some roles prefer associate degree
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, often interacting with clients and debtorsOffice setting, primarily data entry and account management
Employer & Industry UsageFinancial institutions, healthcare, retailBusinesses across various industries managing billing and payments
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

While both roles involve financial transactions, a Collection Associate focuses on recovering overdue payments by contacting debtors, whereas an Accounts Receivable Clerk manages billing, invoicing, and recording payments. The roles often overlap in skills like communication and basic accounting, but their primary functions differ within the financial process.

What are the most commonly searched types of Collection jobs in California? The most popular types of Collection jobs in California are:
What cities in California are hiring for Collection Associate jobs? Cities in California with the most Collection Associate job openings:
Infographic showing various Collection Associate job openings in California as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 69% Full Time, 27% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,388 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

Part-Time Retail Data Collection Associate REQ# 79694

CROSSMARK1

Susanville, CA

$16 - $18.25/hr

Part-time

Posted 20 days ago

Job description

Company Description

CROSSMARK is a leading sales and marketing services company in the consumer goods industry that expertly guides our clients along "The Way to Market" by delivering growth solutions with exceptional service. Our expertise spans the grocery, mass, club, drug, convenience store, and home improvement channels among others, and our solutions bolster our clients' capabilities for developing best practices, insight analysis, and customer targeting that always hit the mark.

We do this by excelling in four key areas - headquarter selling, retail merchandising, store level marketing, and streamlining trade practices. In business for more than 100 years, CROSSMARK employs more than 40,000 associates worldwide in offices in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand. Headquartered in Plano, Texas, CROSSMARK is a privately owned corporation.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Description

As a retail data collection associate, you would be a part of our CROSSMARK Field Intelligence Team. The primary function of this team is to travel locally to grocery, mass merchant, and drug stores collecting observational data about product placement and inventory information. 

To do this, you would spend the majority of your day walking and standing on the sales floor using a handheld device ( which will be provided ) to scan products. The work is typically performed Monday - Friday between the hours of 8am to 5pm. You would often be given 1-3 days to complete assigned work however some projects do require a specific day or time for collections and may require weekends. 

Hours per week 0-5    Great Supplemental Income!!! 

- ***This a PPRR approved REQ:

- Since this route is limited in hours you will also receive premium pay which means you will receive a flat 3 hours paid at your base pay rate per week, even on the weeks you do not work. On the weeks that you do complete projects you will be paid for your project time in addition to the 3 hours base pay.

Field intelligence reps will also have the opportunity to receive performance incentive pay when completing causal display work projects.  The incentive pay is based on a weighted scan rate and could earn you an additional $1.00 - $4.00 per hour in addition to the base hourly rate.

Once the initial one-on-one training is complete, this job provides some scheduling flexibility with the expectation that assigned work is completed within a specified deadline.

Qualifications

Retail experience, merchandising skills, execute a PlanOgram, reliable transportation to travel locally to grocery, mass merchant, and drug stores, fast learner, independent worker, access to a computer with internet connection to complete Afterhire onboarding paperwork (I9).

Additional Information

Why is this position for you?

Permanent Part time (looking for supplemental income? This is it!)

Primarily weekdays Monday - Friday between the hours of 8am to 5pm. You would often be given 1-3   days to complete assigned work mystershop assignments, surveys, displays, causal assignments.

Company-paid training (Ideal for entry-level or those looking to obtain new skills.) 

- Weekly pay every Friday with direct deposit setup.

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