Household Manager & Family Assistant

Employment Type:
Part-time, 15–20 hours per week
Schedule:
Approximately 3–4 hours per day, 4 days per week. Schedule is variable and flexible depending on candidate availability and household needs.
Compensation:
$35–$40 per hour, based on experience
Start Date:
As soon as possible
Requirements
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursement provided.
At ease working in a home with a family dog.
Candidates are required to be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines (including flu), subject to applicable legal accommodations.
Ability to navigate multiple levels throughout the day.
About Our Family
We're a busy, active family with three young children and an energetic dog. One parent is transitioning out of a full-time role, with the intention of spending more time with the kids. Still, our days are full and fast, and the rhythm of the day depends heavily on systems that work. In order to meet the goal of more family time, we need the right support in place. This is a home where you'll be trusted, given real autonomy, and treated as an essential part of how things run.
We care deeply about how our home runs. Order isn't a preference here, it's a necessity. We're detail-oriented, prefer for things to be done thoroughly versus done quickly, and we genuinely appreciate someone who takes pride in their work. We have household support by way of a cleaner that comes weekly, but we’re looking for someone to fill in the gaps and maintain a well-run home day in and day out. Specifically, we’re looking for support across laundry, errands, organizational projects, and meal support. Our household follows a primarily gluten-free diet, so the right candidate will be familiar with accommodating this preference.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You have prior experience running a home, either personally or professionally. You naturally see what needs to be done and take initiative to keep the household running smoothly. You're meticulous — the kind of person who spots a stain before putting something in the wash, who folds laundry properly, who restocks before the supply runs out. You work well alongside a parent who is home, you don't need constant direction, and you know how to move through a space without creating friction.
You're organized in a meaningful way — not surface-level tidy, but genuinely systematic. You can hold multiple moving pieces at once: a grocery run, a laundry cycle, a pet appointment, and a school pickup coverage, all in the same week. You're reliable, calm, and thorough. You take initiative and follow through without being asked twice. You're comfortable with young children, at ease with a protective dog, and consistent in the level of care you provide. If this sounds like you, we’d love to connect!
Key Responsibilities
Laundry & Linen Care
Daily laundry cadence, with particular attention to children's clothing
Careful stain treatment and soaking prior to washing
Coordination of dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
Assist with new clothing intake (tag removal, pre-wash)
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas
Household Organization & Maintenance
Daily resets of common areas, mudroom, and entryways; making beds
Wiping glass surfaces and keeping spaces clutter-free throughout the day
Maintain and improve household organization systems
Prep home for weekly cleaner
Seasonal clothing swaps between children
Indoor plant care
Replace lightbulbs, batteries, smoke detectors as needed
Coordinate donation drop-offs; box and organize outgrown clothing by size for family distribution
Support event, holiday, and guest prep
Assist with packing and unpacking for travel
Inventory & Errands
Monitor and restock household supplies (pantry, fridge, paper goods, wipes, etc.)
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Instacart, etc.)
Run grocery and supply errands using personal vehicle
Handle returns, mail, and packages
Meal Planning & Prep
Dinner prep 2–3 times per week: washing, chopping, marinating
Daily fresh fruit prep
Light school lunch prep for children
Follow family dietary preference for gluten-free foods
Kitchen clean-up and general maintenance
Family Support
Light, ad hoc childcare coverage as needed (e.g., while parent runs a quick errand)
Bus pickup coverage during scheduling conflicts
Occasional date night or babysitting support with notice
Assist with scheduling children's appointments
Calendar awareness and support for household scheduling
Pet Care
Prepare daily pet meals
Manage and schedule vet appointments; coordinate with mobile groomer
Maintain pet supplies
Vehicle Management
Schedule and take family vehicle in for maintenance, inspections, and detailing
General cleaning and organization of family vehicles
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
Occasional deep cleans of fridge and pantry as needed
Refresh garage, mudroom, and entry areas
Organizational projects for toys and gear
Vendor & Property Oversight
Oversee contractors and service providers when parent is unavailable
Coordinate and research repairs and quotes as needed
Manage outdoor spaces used by children; coordinate seasonal property maintenance
How to Apply
Please submit a short intro letter telling us a bit about your background and why this role is a good fit, along with an updated resume and 3 professional references with contact information. Please note that this role requires a background check.
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