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Remote assistant director of administration jobs are open across the U.S. at remote-first firms, distributed nonprofits, and large enterprises running geographically dispersed operations. Sectors actively hiring include healthcare administration, higher education, financial services, and technology, with employers such as New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, NCLR, and Walden University posting remote openings now. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/06/2026
- Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Exam may be required
Department
Budget Administration
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Job Description
Position Summary:
The Research Assistant will be reporting to Assistant Directors along with other staff. The Research Assistant will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and financial management.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Assist in maintaining the Division's Personnel Services and Other than Personnel Services budgets;
Assist in updating of internal budgeting systems and monitoring spending;
Assist in preparation and review of grant application submission;
Review budgets and budget modifications submitted by programs;
Make recommendations to the program representatives for changes and corrections of errors;
Review statistical budgetary data submitted by contract agencies;
Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses;
Research the programmatic implications of proposed policies;
Identify impact of contracts;
Assist in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT - 60910
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college, or completion of 60 semester credits at an accredited college, and two years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
4. Education and experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of full-time experience. Completion of nine credits, at the college or graduate school level, in statistics, quantitative methods, mathematics, or research can be substituted for six months of the required experience. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least six months of required experience or the nine specialized credits.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
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Job ID
810150
Posted until
01/05/2027
Title code
60910
Civil service title
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
42-09 28th Street
- Category: Finance, Accounting, & Procurement
Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
- DEPT OF HEALTH/MENTAL HYGIENE
Posted on
11/06/2026
- Full-time
Location
QUEENS
- Exam may be required
Department
Budget Administration
Save
Job Description
Position Summary:
The Research Assistant will be reporting to Assistant Directors along with other staff. The Research Assistant will be responsible for monitoring, tracking, and financial management.
DUTIES WILL INCLUDE BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO:
Assist in maintaining the Division's Personnel Services and Other than Personnel Services budgets;
Assist in updating of internal budgeting systems and monitoring spending;
Assist in preparation and review of grant application submission;
Review budgets and budget modifications submitted by programs;
Make recommendations to the program representatives for changes and corrections of errors;
Review statistical budgetary data submitted by contract agencies;
Prepare fiscal summary reports and analyses;
Research the programmatic implications of proposed policies;
Identify impact of contracts;
Assist in the development and implementation of new policies and procedures.
Why you should work for us:
- Loan Forgiveness: As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal/state loan forgiveness and repayment assistance programs that lessen your payments or even fully forgive your full balance. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website (https://studentaid.gov/pslf/)
- Benefits: City employees are entitled to unmatched benefits such as:
o additional health, fitness, and financial benefits may be available based on the position’s associated union/benefit fund.
o a public sector defined benefit pension plan with steady monthly payments in retirement.
o a tax-deferred savings program and
o a robust Worksite Wellness Program that offers resources and opportunities to keep you healthy while serving New Yorkers.
- Work From Home Policy: Depending on your position, you may be able to work up to two days during the week from home.
Established in 1805, the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC Health Department) is the oldest and largest health department in the U.S., dedicated to protecting and improving the health of NYC. Our mission is to safeguard the health of every resident and cultivate a city where everyone, regardless of age, background, or location, can achieve their optimal health. We provide a wide array of programs and services focused on food and nutrition, anti-tobacco support, chronic disease prevention, HIV/AIDS treatment, family and child health, environmental health, mental health, and social justice initiatives. As the primary population health strategist and policy authority for NYC, with a rich history of public health initiatives and scientific advancements, from addressing the 1822 yellow fever outbreak to the COVID-19 pandemic, we serve as a global leader in public health innovation and expertise.
Come join us and help to continue our efforts in making a difference in the lives of all New Yorkers!
Commitment to Equity:
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The NYC Health Department is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation to all individuals. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact Sye-Eun Ahn, Director of the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity, at sahn1@health.nyc.gov or 347-396-6549.
RESEARCH ASSISTANT - 60910
Minimum Qualifications
1. A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
2. An associate degree from an accredited college, or completion of 60 semester credits at an accredited college, and two years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
3. A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and four years and six months of satisfactory full-time experience in research which involves gathering, organizing and analyzing data, and report writing; or
4. Education and experience equivalent to "1", "2", or "3" above. Undergraduate college credit can be substituted for experience on the basis of 30 semester credits from an accredited college for one year of full-time experience. Completion of nine credits, at the college or graduate school level, in statistics, quantitative methods, mathematics, or research can be substituted for six months of the required experience. However, all candidates must possess a four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent and at least six months of required experience or the nine specialized credits.
55a Program
This position is also open to qualified persons with a disability who are eligible for the 55-a Program. Please indicate at the top of your resume and cover letter that you would like to be considered for the position through the 55-a Program.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.
Residency Requirement
New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.
Additional Information
The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
Save
Job ID
810150
Posted until
01/05/2027
Title code
60910
Civil service title
RESEARCH ASSISTANT
Title classification
Competitive-1
Business title
Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
- Experience level: Experienced (non-manager)
Job level
00
Number of positions
1
Work location
42-09 28th Street
- Category: Finance, Accounting, & Procurement
Senior Budget Analyst, Bureau of Budget Administration
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote assistant director of administration jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, public administration, or a related field
- 5 or more years of progressively responsible administrative or operations management experience
- Demonstrated experience managing departmental or organizational budgets
- Proficiency with enterprise resource planning or financial management software
- Experience supervising staff, including hiring, performance management, and professional development
- Strong knowledge of compliance, policy development, and regulatory reporting requirements
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Remote assistant directors of administration are expected to own projects independently, so give hiring managers concrete evidence. Document process improvements, budget efficiencies, or cross-team initiatives you led, with measurable results that demonstrate you don't need on-site oversight to deliver.
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How do I get a remote assistant director of administration job?
Target remote-first organizations, distributed nonprofits, and large enterprises with decentralized operations, since those employers hire assistant directors of administration remotely most consistently. Remote hiring managers screen heavily for demonstrated self-direction, clear written communication, and comfort managing workflows across time zones without in-person oversight. Candidates who can show experience coordinating cross-functional teams asynchronously, maintaining operational systems independently, and communicating executive-level priorities in writing get the strongest traction.
Which companies hire remote assistant director of administrations?
Employers currently hiring remote assistant director of administrations include New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, NCLR, and Walden University, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first technology firms, distributed healthcare networks, and national nonprofits with geographically dispersed staff consistently post these roles outside traditional office settings.
Can you get a remote assistant director of administration job with no experience?
Yes, but remote assistant director of administration roles are harder to land without experience because employers expect you to manage operational priorities independently from day one. Entry paths that work include remote coordinator or executive assistant roles at distributed companies, where you build the async communication and project-management skills remote employers look for. Demonstrable results from volunteer leadership, committee work, or freelance operations projects can substitute for direct job titles.
Do you need a degree for remote assistant director of administration jobs?
Not always, though many employers list a bachelor's degree as preferred for assistant director of administration roles. Remote hiring managers often weigh demonstrated operational competency, proficiency with project management and communication platforms, and a portfolio of measurable administrative outcomes more heavily than the credential itself. Candidates who can show they've run complex workflows or supported senior leadership without close supervision regularly advance without a four-year degree.
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