what is deputy collector

A Deputy Collector is a government officer who is appointed by the State Government to assist the Divisional Canal Officer in revenue matters arising in a Division of the state. The role of a Deputy Collector can vary depending on the specific job description, but generally, they are responsible for processing tax payments and taxpayer information, acting as a liaison for the Collectors Office, and assisting in revenue collection. Deputy Collectors can also work for private companies that provide collection services to cities and towns, such as PKS Associates, Inc., which is the second-largest Deputy Collector in Massachusetts. In India, the Deputy Commissioner is the Chief Revenue Officer as District Collector and is responsible for the collection of revenue and other government duties. The Deputy Commissioner is also the Executive Head of a District and coordinates development and public welfare activities. The District Collector is assisted by an Additional District Collector, also known as the District Revenue Officer, who is in turn assisted by Deputy Collectors.