Household Manager & Family Assistant

Job description

Job Title: Household Manager & Family Assistant Location: Alexandria, VA 22304 Employment Type: Part-Time (20–25 hours per week /20 guaranteed) Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 1:00 PM – 6:00 PM; flexibility for occasional date night coverage (1–2x/month) and house/pet sitting during family travel Compensation: $32–$38 per hour based on experience Start Date: September 2026 Requirements Maintain a smoke-free environment Must be authorized to work in the United States Reliable, personal transportation (mileage reimbursement provided) Comfortable around animals (we have one medium sized dog) About Our Family We are a busy, high-functioning family of three based in Alexandria, Virginia. Both parents have demanding careers that require frequent business travel, often with overlapping schedules that require a high degree of coordination. Despite full calendars and packed schedules, we have built a warm, active home life centered around our daughter, our corgi, and a few fish who round out the crew. We care deeply about the people who work with us and believe strongly in treating employees with respect, investing in their wellbeing, and supporting them for the long haul. Our home is warm, welcoming, and filled with the energy of everyday life. We have different styles when it comes to order and tidiness, and we have spent years finding our middle ground. What we share is a genuine desire for a home that feels calm, welcoming, and restorative at the end of a long day. We are ready to add a consistent, trusted household manager who can become part of our rhythm, someone who knows our systems, understands our preferences, and helps us come home to a space that feels like a soft landing. Who You Are / What We're Looking For You are the kind of person who walks into a space and immediately sees what needs to happen. You are visibly organized and put-together, and you bring a project manager's mindset to everything you do: you intake, plan, execute, and report back without being asked twice. You are outcome-oriented and efficient, but you also know when to pause and check in, because you understand that how something gets done matters just as much as the end result. You thrive in a self-directed environment and can read the room, adapting your approach depending on who you are working with or what the household needs that day. You are warm, collaborative, and genuinely enjoy being part of a family's daily life. You are especially kind and positive with children and understand that trust is built over time through consistency and care. You are comfortable managing child pick-ups and drop-offs, helping keep family schedules running smoothly, and stepping in wherever support is needed. You enjoy creating order through daily tidying and home resets, ensuring shared spaces remain organized, functional, and welcoming. You are also comfortable preparing dinner and handling meal prep as part of the family's daily routine. You are comfortable communicating via text, require minimal direction once established in the role, and take pride in tackling both large and small tasks with the same level of commitment. You are looking for a long-term role where you can grow with a family that will invest in you just as much as you invest in them. Key Responsibilities Family Support & Child Assistance Assist with pickups and drop-offs Light supervision and backup childcare as needed Date night and evening event coverage, approximately 1–2 times per month Assist with kid-related errands as needed Household Management & Organization Daily resets and light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas, prep home for cleaners) Create and maintain household organization systems Seasonal swaps for clothing, décor, and bedding Coordinate donation drop-offs Assist with event, holiday, and guest prep Travel unpacking support as needed Manage indoor plant care Occasional routine maintenance (changing batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.) Occasional house sitting during family travels Meal Planning & Prep Plan and prep healthy family dinners 3–4 times/week Follow dietary needs/preferences (healthy, kid-friendly) Grocery shopping and fresh snack prep Kitchen cleanup after meal prep and maintain kitchen tidiness Inventory & Errands Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies Manage household supply lists Contribute to household orders and subscriptions (Amazon/ Sun Basket) Assist with returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping as needed Manage mail and package handling; including box breakdown and disposal Laundry & Linen Care Wash, fold, and organize laundry as needed Manage regular linen rotation Occasional ironing and special garment care Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area Administrative & Personal Assistant Support Awareness of family's schedule using Skylight calendar; coordination with the family's executive assistant as needed Receipt and budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager Assist with travel planning and logistics support for family vacations as needed Pet Care Feed and walk the family dog once per day Occasional bathing as needed Assist with vet and grooming scheduling Administer medications as needed Maintain pet supplies Occasional pet sitting Deep Cleaning & Special Projects Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards) Refresh and tidy high-accumulation zones (kitchen island/entryway) Assist with organizational projects (closets, cabinets, hallway areas, gear and toy storage) Vendor & Property Oversight Oversee cleaners, contractors, and landscapers Research and coordinate repairs and quotes for routine household maintenance Assist with seasonal property maintenance (wiping down furniture, sweeping patio) Coordinate property care during family travel Vehicle Management Schedule maintenance for family vehicles Assist with fueling, cleaning, and organizing as needed Track registration and insurance How to Apply Please submit the following: A brief cover letter explaining why you’d be a good fit for this role Your updated resume At least 3 professional references with their contact information Please Note: This role requires a background check. 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