ZipRecruiter

Log In

2

Remote Government Jobs in New York (NOW HIRING)

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsGovernment JobsRemote Government JobsRemote Government Jobs in New York

Remote Government information

See New York salary details

$30.1K

$108.4K

$168.4K

How much do remote government jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote government in New York is $108,410.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,528.00 and $131,192.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a remote government?

A Remote Government job is a position within a government agency or department that allows employees to work from home or another remote location. These jobs can be in various fields, such as IT, customer service, policy analysis, or administration. Many government agencies offer remote positions to improve work-life balance and expand their talent pool. However, some roles may require occasional on-site work or security clearances. Remote government jobs typically provide stable employment with competitive benefits.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in a remote government position?

To thrive in a Remote Government role, candidates generally need experience in public administration, policy analysis, and project management, often with a relevant bachelor's or master's degree. Familiarity with government-specific software systems, secure communication tools, and compliance frameworks (such as FOIA, HIPAA, or federal grant management platforms) is often required. Outstanding communication, self-motivation, and time-management skills help remote government professionals excel in a distributed team environment. These skills and qualifications are crucial for ensuring productivity, regulatory compliance, and effective public service delivery while working offsite.

What are some challenges unique to working in a remote government position, and how can I prepare for them?

One challenge of working in a remote government role is maintaining clear communication and collaboration with colleagues and stakeholders, as many interactions take place virtually and may involve sensitive or confidential information. You may also encounter strict security protocols and deadlines that require excellent organizational and technical skills. To prepare, familiarize yourself with secure digital collaboration tools, remote work best practices, and any agency-specific requirements. Prioritizing proactive updates, regular check-ins, and clear documentation can help you succeed in a virtual government environment.

Which remote government job is best for work from home?

Remote government jobs such as administrative roles, policy analysts, and IT specialists are well-suited for work from home. These positions often require strong communication skills, familiarity with government systems, and sometimes security clearances, with many offering flexible schedules and remote collaboration tools.

What are the most commonly searched types of Government jobs in New York?

The most popular types of Government jobs in New York are:

What are popular job titles related to Remote Government jobs in New York?

For Remote Government jobs in New York, the most frequently searched job titles are:

What job categories do people searching Remote Government jobs in New York look for?

The top searched job categories for Remote Government jobs in New York are:

What cities in New York are hiring for Remote Government jobs?

Cities in New York with the most Remote Government job openings:

Remote Government jobs near you
Infographic showing various Remote Government job openings in New York as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,410 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Technical Recruiter - Government Opportunities

Transformational Health Network, Inc.

Jersey City, NJ • Remote

Full-time

Posted 11 days ago

Job description

We understand that healthcare careers are more than jobs—they are a calling.

At Transformational Health Network, Inc. (TrHN), we partner with respected healthcare organizations to place highly skilled registered nurses, advanced practice providers, and physicians in roles where they can make a meaningful impact on patient care.

Our mission is to help healthcare professionals find positions that offer growth, flexibility, competitive compensation, and supportive clinical environments.

Technical Recruiter – Government Opportunities

100% Remote | Commission-Based | Uncapped Earning Potential

Transformational Health Network (TrHN)

Transformational Health Network (TrHN) is expanding its government-contract recruiting division and is seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter – Government Opportunities to identify, recruit, and present highly qualified technical professionals for federal government and government-contractor opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced recruiter who understands the technical talent market and wants to build a strong pipeline of candidates for government projects, contract awards, and long-term federal staffing opportunities.

What You Will Do

  • Conduct full-cycle recruiting for technical positions supporting federal government and government-contractor clients.
  • Source candidates for IT, cybersecurity, software development, cloud, DevSecOps, data, engineering, systems administration, networking, and other technical disciplines.
  • Identify candidates who meet specific government contract requirements, labor categories, certifications, experience requirements, and geographic requirements.
  • Recruit both cleared and clearable candidates, when required by the opportunity.
  • Develop and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates for current and anticipated government contracts.
  • Utilize LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed, ClearanceJobs, professional networks, referrals, ATS/CRM databases, and other sourcing platforms.
  • Conduct candidate screening and evaluate technical experience against position requirements.
  • Maintain detailed candidate records, communications, and recruiting activity within the ATS/CRM.
  • Partner with Business Development and leadership to understand upcoming government opportunities and anticipated staffing requirements.
  • Support proposal and capture efforts by identifying qualified, potentially deployable candidates.
  • Maintain ongoing relationships with candidates for future government opportunities.
  • Communicate professionally with candidates throughout the recruiting process.
  • Work closely with hiring managers and government-contracting stakeholders to understand position requirements and hiring timelines.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have experience recruiting for government contractors, federal agencies, defense, technology consulting, or other GovCon environments.

Experience recruiting candidates with security clearances is highly desirable, including:

  • Secret
  • Top Secret
  • TS/SCI
  • TS/SCI with Polygraph
  • Public Trust

You should also be comfortable recruiting technical professionals in areas such as:

  • Cybersecurity
  • Software Engineering
  • Cloud Computing
  • DevSecOps
  • Data Science / Data Analytics
  • AI / Machine Learning
  • Network Engineering
  • Systems Engineering
  • Systems Administration
  • IT Infrastructure
  • Database Administration
  • Information Assurance
  • Program / Project Management
  • Technical Support

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of technical recruiting experience preferred.
  • Government contracting/GovCon recruiting experience strongly preferred.
  • Demonstrated ability to source passive technical candidates.
  • Experience using LinkedIn Recruiter and Boolean search techniques.
  • Strong understanding of technical terminology and IT skill sets.
  • Familiarity with federal security-clearance requirements is strongly preferred.
  • Experience with ATS/CRM platforms.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a fully remote environment.
  • Highly organized with excellent follow-up and candidate relationship-management skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple requisitions and priorities simultaneously.

Government Contracting Knowledge

Candidates with experience understanding federal solicitations, labor categories, PWS/SOW requirements, RFP/RFQ processes, contract awards, proposal staffing, and clearance requirements are especially encouraged to apply. These capabilities are frequently requested in current federal technical recruiting positions. (Indeed)

Why Join TrHN?

  • 100% Remote
  • Commission-based compensation
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Opportunity to work on federal and government-contractor opportunities
  • Access to a growing pipeline of technical positions
  • Opportunity to develop a long-term network of cleared and technical professionals
  • Collaborate with an expanding recruiting and Business Development organization
  • Opportunity to grow into additional recruiting, leadership, and business-development responsibilities

Who We Want

We are looking for a recruiter who can hunt.

You should be comfortable picking up the phone, conducting direct outreach, developing relationships with passive candidates, and building talent pipelines before a position becomes urgent.

If you already have a network of IT, cybersecurity, engineering, cloud, software, or cleared professionals, this opportunity can provide a strong platform for generating recurring recruiting revenue.

Join Transformational Health Network and help connect highly skilled technical professionals with mission-critical government opportunities.

Ready to take the next step in your healthcare career?

Apply today to be considered for this opportunity and others that match your background. Our recruiting team is here to support you throughout the process—from initial conversation to placement and beyond.