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Portland, OR · On-site

$105K - $115K/yr

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Be part of Marriott's Autograph Collection-unique, independent vibe * Join a team that values ... Ready to step into a General Manager role or early in your GM career * Strong leadership and ...

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How much do collection manager jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for collection manager in Portland, OR is $62,275.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $69,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Collection Manager Do?

A collection manager at a museum, library, or similar facility ensures the proper care of objects that are a part of the facility’s collections. In this career, your responsibilities include managing storage, working with the catalog, and helping to preserve, curate, archive, and catalog the items at the library or museum. Other duties may include helping to develop the policies associated with the disposal and acquiring of objects for the facility. Such policies outline how the facility plans to collect items, the types of objects that they have interest in, and how and why they may need to dispose of these items.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Collection Manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Collection Manager, you need strong analytical skills, knowledge of credit and collections procedures, and typically a bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field. Familiarity with collection software, CRM systems, and relevant regulations such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) is essential. Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership abilities help you motivate teams and resolve disputes effectively. These skills are crucial for maximizing recoveries, maintaining compliance, and fostering positive client relationships.

What are some common challenges faced by Collection Managers, and how can they be effectively addressed?

Collection Managers often encounter challenges such as managing difficult conversations with delinquent clients, balancing collection goals with maintaining customer relationships, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. Effective strategies include ongoing training in negotiation and conflict resolution, utilizing data-driven tools to prioritize accounts, and fostering strong communication within the collections team. Staying current with industry best practices and legal requirements also helps Collection Managers navigate these challenges successfully.

What are collection managers?

Collection managers are professionals responsible for overseeing and maintaining collections of valuable items, such as artwork, artifacts, documents, or specimens, in museums, libraries, galleries, or archives. Their duties typically involve cataloging, preserving, and ensuring the security and proper storage of collection items. They also coordinate acquisitions, loans, and exhibitions, and may supervise other staff or volunteers. Collection managers play a crucial role in protecting cultural, historical, or scientific assets for future generations.
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Collections Supervisor (Supervisor II)

City of Portland Careers

Portland, OR

Full-time

Posted 17 days ago


Job description

Job Appointment: Regular, full-time
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8 am-5 pm. An alternate schedule may be available.
Work Location: This is a supervisor position. All manager and supervisor positions will be expected to report to their worksites full time. Alternate schedules may be available, but the typical work schedule is Monday through Friday, with occasional after-hours work required to support critical projects or address system issues. Remote workdays remain an option, to accommodate travel, or occasionally focus on major work projects. This position will report to the Columbia Square Building (111 SW Columbia St, Portland, OR 97201) for in-person work.Remote work must be performed within Oregon or Washington. For more information, click here.
Benefit: Please check our benefit tab for an overview of benefit for this position.
Language Pay Premium Eligible: This position may be eligible for Language Pay Differential for qualifying employees.
Application Material: Please click APPLY to submit your application via the City of Portland's online portal. You will need to respond to the supplemental questions and attach a resume. Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules.
Position Summary

The City of Portland's Office of the Chief Financial Officer is seeking a Collections Supervisor II to join the team and play a key role in advancing effective, equitable revenue programs.

In this position, you will lead a team of up to eight Revenue & Tax Specialists responsible for pursuing non-filers and under-filers, processing tax documents, and resolving account issues across a variety of City-administered programs. You will plan, organize, and evaluate staff work to meet program goals, while fostering a high-performing, accountable, and service-oriented team environment. This includes coaching and supporting staff development, monitoring performance, and addressing performance issues in alignment with City Code, administrative rules, and labor agreements.

You will also contribute to shaping and improving program operations by developing and refining policies and procedures. This includes establishing guidelines for compliance and enforcement case assignments, monitoring casework, prioritizing data entry efforts, and making informed decisions on adjustments and collection strategies based on taxpayer filings.

As a key member of the leadership team, you will report to the Tax Division Manager and collaborate closely with other supervisors to coordinate workload, align priorities, and ensure the Division consistently meets its goals and service commitments.

Have a question?

Contact Information:

TroyLynn Craft
Senior Recruiter
troylynn.craft@portlandoregon.gov

The following minimum qualifications are required for this position:

  • Experience applying principles and best practices of employee leadership and supervision, including training, scheduling, coaching, and performance evaluation.
  • Experience with at least one years of work in collections, accounts receivable, and/or revenue recovery.
  • Experience with at least one year of planning, supervising, and evaluating the work of staff, including organizing tasks, setting priorities, and ensuring timely completion of workload demands.
  • Experience analyzing and interpreting complex financial data and developing sound conclusions and recommendations in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, rules, and policies.
Applicants must also possess:
  • The ability to pass a comprehensive background investigation.
The following are preferred qualifications for this position:
  • Experience with Integrated Tax Software or similar tax administration software systems
  • Experience applying the laws and regulations applicable to taxation and revenue collection.
  • Experience supervising staff in a represented environment.

STEP 1: Apply online between May 11 - 25, 2026

Required Application Materials:

  • Resume
    • Note: Do not include your age, date of birth, or the dates you attended or graduated from school. Only provide this information if it is specifically requested to meet job requirements or to follow federal, state, or local laws or rules.
  • Answer to the Supplemental Questions (click on the Questions tab to preview the questions)

Optional Application Materials:

  • Veteran's Preference documents (e.g., DD214-Member 4, VA Benefit Letter) must be submitted by the closing date.
    • Effective January 1, 2026, the State of Oregon law ORS 408.225 - 408.238 is amended to expand eligibility for Veterans' Preference to current and former Oregon National Guard service members. If applicants are existing state or former Oregon National Guard servicemembers, they are encouraged to attach appropriate documentation to their future recruitment applications.
    • Update: As of March 3, 2025, if you have already submitted veteran documents and qualified for preference, you do not need to resubmit them for future recruitments.
    • To update or remove veteran preference for this recruitment or from your profile, contact the recruiter listed in the job announcement.

Application Tips:

  • Your responses to the supplemental questions should include details describing your education, training and/or experience, and where obtained, which clearly reflects your qualifications for each of the numbered items in the "To Qualify" section of this announcement.
  • Your resume should support the details described in your responses to the supplemental questions.
  • How We Determine Pay: The City of Portland is covered by the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Your salary is determined based on the experience listed in your resume that is directly related and equivalent to the position for which you are applying. It is strongly encouraged to include any transferable experience (paid or unpaid regardless of how recent) to ensure your offer is reflective of all your relevant experience.
  • Do not attach any additional documents.
  • Please note, all completed applications for this position must be submitted no later than on the closing date and time of this recruitment.
  • You can use AI tools to assist with your job application, but please make sure to personalize your responses to supplemental questions. Avoid copying and pasting. We encourage using AI to generate ideas and then tailor them to reflect your own experiences and skills.
  • All applications must be submitted via the City's online application process.
  • E-mailed and/or faxed applications will not be accepted.
Step 2: Minimum Qualification Evaluation: Week of May 25, 2026
  • An evaluation of each applicant's training and paid and unpaid experience, as demonstrated in their resume and supplemental questions, weighted 100%.
  • Your resume and responses to the supplemental questions will be the basis for our evaluation of your qualifications for this position. Incomplete or inappropriate information may result in disqualification.
  • You have 14 days from the notice of the minimum qualification evaluation results to let us know if you would like to review and discuss your evaluation result. Please read the City of Portland Administrative Rule 3.01 for complete information.
  • Additional evaluation may be required prior to establishment of the eligible list and/or final selection.
Step 3: Establishment of Eligible List: Week of June 1, 2026
  • Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on the equally ranked eligible list.

Step 4: Selection (Interview): June 2026

  • Hiring bureau will review and select candidates for an interview

Step 5: Offer of Employment:

  • Some positions will require those offered employment to complete and sign a criminal background statement before being considered for employment

Step 6: Start Date:

  • A start date will be determined after all conditions of employment have been met.

*Timeline is approximate and subject to change.

Click here for additional information regarding the following:

  • City of Portland Core Values
  • Recruitment Process - Work Status
  • Equal Employment Opportunity
  • Veteran Preference
  • ADA, Pregnancy, and Religious Accommodations
An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

Compensation details: 109844.8-155521.6 Yearly Salary

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