Collector I SinglePointCollector IMason, Ohio1. The collector is given limited authority by collections management to conduct, manage and administer the collection activities necessary to collect an account, while operating within the guidelines and budget of the collections department. A function may be essential for any of several reasons, including: the job exists to perform that function, the employee holding the job was hired for his/her expertise in performing the function, or only a limited number of employees are available to perform that function.