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About the Role

We are seeking a House Manager & Family Assistant to provide comprehensive support for a busy two-parent household with two young children. This role focuses on maintaining household functionality, organization, and smooth daily routines, allowing the family to connect and relax. The ideal candidate will be a proactive, warm, and organized individual who can anticipate needs and manage tasks independently, becoming a trusted part of the household support system.

Responsibilities

Build and maintain household systems.
Perform daily resets and prepare the home for cleaners.
Conduct light tidying, including dishes, surfaces, and vacuuming high-traffic areas.
Manage seasonal clothing, décor, and bedding swaps.
Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs.
Assist with event and holiday preparation.
Handle packing and unpacking for travel.
Perform indoor plant care as needed.
Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors.
Manage the family calendar, including school holidays, appointments, and deadlines.
Set up and maintain a shared digital family calendar.
Coordinate events and appointments.
Track and manage children's extracurricular activities, holiday schedules, and school project logistics.
Assist with travel planning and logistics.
Coordinate and manage ad hoc household projects.
Track and manage receipts and budgets for household expenses.
Perform after-school pick-ups.
Provide supervision and afternoon childcare.
Assist children with unpacking and preparing backpacks, clothing, and snacks.
Track and manage school assignments.
Handle kid-related errands, such as purchasing supplies, uniforms, and gifts.
Coordinate babysitter coverage from the family's existing roster.
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies.
Manage running household supply lists.
Manage household orders and subscriptions.
Create and implement a daily mail and package management system.
Handle returns, dry cleaning, and gift shopping.
Break down boxes.
Prepare healthy family dinners on weeknights.
Prepare after-school snacks daily.
Wash, chop, and prep fresh produce.
Perform grocery shopping, both in-store and online.
Prepare lunches as needed during the summer.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry.
Perform ironing, steaming, and special garment care, including school uniform maintenance.
Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry areas.
Feed and walk the pet once daily.
Schedule pet vet and grooming appointments.
Administer pet medications monthly.
Maintain pet supplies inventory.
Schedule vehicle maintenance.
Handle vehicle fueling, cleaning, and organizing.
Track vehicle registration and insurance.
Oversee cleaners, contractors, building staff, and outside vendors.
Identify and triage household issues, research solutions, and coordinate repairs.
Research maintenance needs for home systems and coordinate proactive service visits.
Refresh entryways.
Clean humidifiers and air purifiers.
Manage organizational projects for toys and gear.
Coordinate and execute home updates and décor projects.
Support with vendors at the secondary property in Westport, CT.
Ensure property readiness at the secondary location.
Oversee home systems (HVAC, security, pool) at the secondary location.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free and fragrance-free work environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Possess a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Have reliable transportation; own vehicle preferred.
Be up to date on recommended vaccinations, including annual influenza vaccine, subject to legal accommodations.
Be CPR and First Aid certified, or willing to obtain prior to start.
Bring experience supporting a busy household, family, or similarly fast-moving environment.
Demonstrate strong organization, follow-through, and initiative.
Think several steps ahead and have a strong sense of what needs to happen next.
Be comfortable taking tasks from initiation to completion independently.
Enjoy creating systems that bring order to a busy household.
Be warm and comfortable with young children.
Possess strong emotional intelligence and the ability to read a room.
Communicate clearly and thoughtfully.
Understand professional boundaries.
Bring a calm and capable presence.
Seek a long-term position.
Submit a short cover letter, an updated resume, and three professional references with contact information.
Pass a background check.

Skills

Household management
Organization
Time management
Meal planning
Meal preparation
Childcare
Event coordination
Travel planning
Budget tracking
Inventory management
Errand running
Laundry care
Pet care
Vehicle maintenance
Vendor management
Communication
Problem-solving
Proactiveness
Initiative
Adaptability
Emotional intelligence

Location

New York, NY 10075
Westport, CT (seasonal)

Work Type

Full-Time
35–40 hours per week

Experience Level

Commensurate with experience

Salary/Compensations

$72,000–$83,000 annually
Annual performance bonus
Two weeks paid PTO

Benefits

Two weeks paid PTO
Annual performance bonus

About the Company

We are a busy, two-parent family with two young children seeking a House Manager & Family Assistant to help manage our household and support our family's daily routines. We value clear communication, follow-through, and initiative. We are looking for someone to become a trusted part of our household and make a meaningful impact on how our home functions.