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Collection Associate Jobs in Illinois (NOW HIRING)

Retail Data Collection Associate

Chicago, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $18/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Aurora, IL · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Riverside, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Riverside, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Glenview, IL · On-site

$15 - $17.25/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Riverside, IL · On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Mundelein, IL · On-site

$15.50 - $17.75/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

Retail Data Collection Associate - PT

Peru, IL · On-site

$14.25 - $16.50/hr

Equal Opportunity Employer 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 ...

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How much do collection associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for collection associate in Illinois is $20.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.30 and $22.36 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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 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.

What is the role of a collection associate?

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 adhere to legal and company policies while maintaining professional communication. Strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail are essential for success in this role.

What are the most commonly searched types of Collection jobs in Illinois?

The most popular types of Collection jobs in Illinois are:

What cities in Illinois are hiring for Collection Associate jobs?

Cities in Illinois with the most Collection Associate job openings:

Infographic showing various Collection Associate job openings in Illinois as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,620 per year, or $20 per hour.

Part-Time Retail Data Collection Associate

CROSSMARK

Morton Grove, IL • On-site

$15.25 - $17.50/hr

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Company rating: 5.1 out of 10

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Job description

Part-Time Retail Data Collection Associate

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 11-15 Great Supplemental Income!!!

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). Must live near following zip code 34102.

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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About CROSSMARK

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CROSSMARK had completed 55 mergers and acquisitions in its quest to become a national sales agency, managing brands, and performing sales functions for manufacturers and performing in-store merchandising services at retailers nationwide. The same year, we expanded our operations to Canada to broaden our impact in North America. And in 2013 we acquired Chicago-based agencies Marketing Werks and PromoWorks to deliver end-to-end shopper marketing and engagement—both in store and out. The fusion of talents and expertise among these agencies, with CROSSMARK at the core, has empowered us to deliver a leading, all-encompassing, and completely integrated Marketing Services arm to our organization. Company milestones and service expansions have only been possible because of the true beating heart of CROSSMARK: our people. Our dedicated and passionate employees work hard to provide clients with the best opportunities to drive sales, to see brands thrive, and to create lasting connections. We’re excited for what’s next in our ever-evolving company—and we hope you’ll join us for the journey ahead.

Industry

Business management consulting

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Plano , TX, US