Learn about the state collection agency board, board members, attending meetings, and applying to serve on the board.
Interested in serving on the Washington State Collection Agency board?
The Collection Agency board is continually accepting applications for future board vacancies. If you're interested in applying for this position, please visit the Governor's Boards and Commissions webpage or email us at collect@dol.wa.gov.
How much of a time commitment is serving on the board?
Members serve 4-year terms, which are staggered so 1 appointment is made in each calendar year. The board meets at least 2 times a year. Meeting dates, times, and locations are decided by the board and administrative staff.
Are board members paid?
Board members are compensated for their time and are reimbursed for board-related travel expenses as allowed by state law.
Who is on the board?
The Washington Collection Agency Board is made up of 5 members:
- The Chair is appointed by the Director of the Department of Licensing
- 4 members were appointed by the Governor, including:
- 2 licensees, who:
- Are a collection agency owners or executive employees and have been so for 5 years or longer
- Are actively engaged in the collection agency business for the length of their term
- 2 public members
- 2 licensees, who:
To learn more about laws related to the board, see RCW 19.16.280–19.16.340 — Collection Agencies.
| Member | Role | Term expires |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Wade | Chair | Ex-officio |
| Vacant | Public Member | Vacant |
| Scott M Kinkley | Public Member | December 31, 2023 |
| Mark Case | Licensee Member | December 31, 2024 |
| Dirk Bunker | Licensee Member | December 31, 2021 |
Board meetings
The Washington State Collection Agency Board meets twice a year.
| Meeting dates and locations | Agendas, materials, and minutes |
|---|---|
| September 28, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting Join the Teams meeting Meeting ID: 215 091 636 886 Passcode: rrYnZ7 Call in (audio only) +1-564-999-2000,,23867699# United States, Olympia 833-322-1218,,23867699# United States (Toll-free) Phone Conference ID: 238 676 99# |
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| March 23, 2023 10 a.m. Virtual meeting |
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* To request an alternative format, email collect@dol.wa.gov or call 360.664.1388.