House Manager - Family Assistant

About the job

Job Title: House Manager & Family Assistant Location: Garden City, NY 11530 Employment Type: Part-time (~20 hours/week) Proposed Start Date: ASAP Compensation: $32-$38 per hour, based on experience Schedule: Flexible, with daytime availability strongly preferred. Requirements: Maintain a smoke-free environment Pass a comprehensive background check Access to reliable transportation Must be comfortable working around children Must have the ability to work independently About Our Family: We are a busy, dual-career family living in Garden City, NY with our three children, ages 10, 8, and 3. One of us commutes to the city five days a week, while the other works locally, with occasional travel for work. Our children keep us on our toes, and we are fortunate to have a wonderful full-time nanny who supports us daily. Having recently relocated to Garden City from the city, we are in the process of settling into our new home, with some ongoing interior and exterior projects. We value long-term relationships with those who help us manage our home and family, and we believe in offering opportunities for growth within any role we bring on. Our home is calm, organized, and structured, and we prioritize maintaining a balanced, drama-free environment. We're looking for someone who will complement this atmosphere with their warmth, reliability, and dedication. This role is designed to bring order, organization, and flexibility to our home by lightening our mental load. We're seeking someone who can help us keep everything running smoothly, while also being adaptable as our needs evolve. Ultimately, we want to provide you with the opportunity to step in as a reliable support system, allowing us to focus more on family time and our demanding careers. Who You Are / What We're Looking For: You are a calm, organized self-starter who knows how to maintain order while being adaptable. You work independently and are capable of evolving with our family's changing needs. A kind, reliable, and trustworthy individual, you value clear communication and take initiative to ensure tasks are completed. While experience with household management is a plus, we are open to candidates with transferable skills who are eager to grow with the role. You have a warm and approachable demeanor, engaging easily with both adults and curious children. You're willing to step in where needed, whether that's tying a shoe or tackling a daunting organizational task. You're excited to grow with our family as our needs evolve, taking pride in keeping the house organized and running smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Household Management & Organization: -Create and maintain household organization systems (closets, storage, pantry, toys) -Reset and tidy rooms throughout the week, maintaining overall neatness and prepping the home for cleaning services -Manage seasonal clothing swaps and oversee the rotation of kids' gear and toys -Coordinate with service providers (cleaners, contractors, interior designers, landscapers) -Prepare and coordinate donation pick-ups and drop-offs -Handle miscellaneous household tasks as they arise (e.g., organizing spaces like the attic, garage, and mudroom) -Load/unload dishwasher, wipe surfaces, vacuum high traffic areas Inventory Management & Errands: -Run errands such as grocery shopping, dry cleaning, pharmacy pickups, returns, and gift shopping -Assist with managing kids' activities, school sign-ups, and summer camp coordination -Handle household inventory, including proactively managing shared shopping lists for pantry staples and household supplies -Coordinate kids' library activities, including book selection, placing holds, and picking up/returning books -Shop for and organize all household groceries and meal-related items Laundry & Linen Care: -Manage family laundry, including washing, drying, folding, and organizing (parents' clothing and all household linens) -Iron and steam clothes as needed -Refresh linens, including towels and bedding, and restock household essentials -Keep all laundry areas tidy and well-stocked with supplies Family Support & Child Assistance: -Provide light supervision, playtime, and backup childcare as needed -Help with school and activity pick-ups/drop-offs if trust is established Deep Cleaning & Special Projects: -Maintain and refresh high-traffic zones in the house (entryways, garage, mudroom) -Clean and maintain appliances like washing machines, humidifiers, and air purifiers -Organize special projects, including toy storage, seasonal décor, and gear rotation Administrative & Personal Assistant Support: -Co-manage family calendars and assist with scheduling for school, activities, and appointments -Proactively research and present options for kids' activities, including summer camps, ensuring all deadlines are met -Assist with coordination of events, appointments, guests, and special occasions -Coordinate online tasks for children's schools, such as lunch selection and school-related scheduling How to Apply: Please visit https://sage-haus.breezy.hr/p/54734e734813-house-manager-family-assistant-garden-city-ny?state=published to submit your application materials. 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