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1099 Technical Recruiter (Independent Contractor)

1/28/2026

The Technical Recruiter will own the full-cycle recruiting process for technical roles, from sourcing through placement. They will proactively engage with candidates and manage relationships independently while maintaining communication with internal stakeholders.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Purple Cow Recruiting is a global talent acquisition firm that connects top-tier professionals with leading organizations across industries, including the United States federal government. We specialize in recruiting for healthcare and technical roles, offering both permanent and temporary staffing solutions, including all back end support. Our approach is tailored to meet the unique needs of each client, ensuring compliance with key industry standards such as Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, and FedRAMP, while delivering exceptional candidates. Technical, Healthcare, and Commercial Expertise : -Deployment of FTEs: Capability to deploy fully credentialed professionals across technical, healthcare, and commercial roles. -Telehealth and Remote IT Solutions: Proficient in remote support for both healthcare and technical operations. -Commercial Expertise: Strong track record in placing candidates in corporate roles, including finance, marketing, and engineering. Compliance and Quality Assurance: -Adherence to federal standards (e.g., Joint Commission, HIPAA, NIST, FedRAMP) and industry best practices for commercial sectors. -Quality Control Plan (QCP) includes regular audits, performance reviews, and compliance checks. Past Performance: Successfully delivered staffing solutions for DoD contracts, healthcare institutions, and leading commercial enterprises. Our performance consistently meets or exceeds client expectations in both public and private sectors. Key Personnel: -Fiona Rintoul, CEO: Oversees strategic direction and operational alignment. -Chelsea Drinkard, VP of Recruiting: Manages recruitment across federal, healthcare, technical, and commercial sectors. Purple Cow Recruiting ensures high-quality staffing solutions, aligning with both public and private sector objectives to support mission-critical operations and commercial growth.
About the Role

Description

1099 Technical Recruiter (Independent Contractor)


Overview
We are seeking an experienced Technical Recruiter to join our team as a 1099 Independent Contractor. This role is ideal for a self-motivated recruiter who already operates as an independent business, has their own LLC, and thrives in a performance-driven, commission-only environment. You will have full autonomy over how you recruit while partnering with a firm that values results, professionalism, and long-term collaboration.


Key Responsibilities
• Own the full-cycle recruiting process for technical roles, from sourcing through placement
• Proactively source, screen, and engage qualified technical candidates using your own tools and networks
• Conduct thorough candidate screenings and present well-qualified, well-prepared candidates
• Manage candidate relationships, follow-up, and pipeline activity independently
• Coordinate interviews and maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders as needed
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation related to candidate activity and placements
• Operate with a high level of professionalism, integrity, and accountability as an independent partner


Required Qualifications
• 4+ years of technical recruiting experience
• Prior experience working as a 1099 recruiter or independent contractor
Must operate under your own LLC or legal business entity
• Proven ability to work independently without day-to-day oversight
• Strong sourcing, screening, and candidate assessment skills
• Results-driven mindset with a track record of successful placements
• Excellent communication, time management, and follow-through


Preferred Qualifications
• Experience recruiting in fast-paced or niche technical markets
• Established candidate networks within technical disciplines
• Comfort managing multiple searches simultaneously


Compensation & Structure
• 1099 Independent Contractor (Commission Only)
• You control your methods, schedule, and approach—we focus solely on results
• Recruiters are responsible for their own business expenses, including recruiting tools, job boards, and networking costs
• Fees or commissions are paid upon successful placements


Contract Continuation
• Ongoing partnership depends on meeting or exceeding outlined performance expectations
• Failure to maintain consistent results may result in termination of the agreement at the company’s discretion


Why Partner With Us
This opportunity is designed for recruiters who view recruiting as a business, not a job. If you value autonomy, flexibility, and earning potential tied directly to your performance, this partnership offers a straightforward, results-focused model with room for long-term collaboration.

Key Skills
Technical RecruitingSourcingScreeningCandidate AssessmentCommunicationTime ManagementFollow-ThroughResults-DrivenNetworkingRelationship ManagementDocumentationProfessionalismIntegrityAccountabilityMulti-Search ManagementNiche Markets
Categories
Human ResourcesTechnologyConsulting
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