The posting
Job Title: House Manager
Location: Tualatin, OR, 97062
Employment Type: Part-Time 15-20 hours per week
Schedule: Tuesday or Wednesday (flexible) & Friday 9am-4pm
Compensation: $30-$35/hour
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements:
- Maintain a smoke and fragrance free environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.
- Reliable personal transportation required with mileage reimbursement
- 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
- CPR and First Aid certified, or willingness to obtain certification.
About Our Family:
We're a warm family of five living outside of Portland, with three young children, a dog, and a home that is equal parts lively and well-loved. Our days move fast — school drop-offs, nap schedules, afternoon pickups, and weeknight dinners all happen in quick succession, and we're genuinely trying to build a home that runs smoothly in the background so we can be more present with each other.
We love hosting. Our backyard and pool are a gathering spot for friends and family on weekends, and we enjoy putting on events — from casual Saturday hangouts to a holiday party we're planning and excited about. We also have ongoing renovation and project work happening, which means the house needs someone with a steady hand to keep things organized and reset despite the moving parts.
One parent owns and runs a business and works from a professional office. The other parent is largely home-based and manages a lot of the household's daily rhythm with the kids. We believe in working hard, keeping a tidy and calm home, and raising our children with a grounded sense of values.
We are intentional about how we spend our time and energy, and we are looking for steady, reliable support that allows us to be more present with our kids, tackle projects we actually enjoy, and stop playing catch-up on the basics.
Our household is warm, grounded, and values-driven. We care deeply about kindness, integrity, and creating a calm, organized environment where the kids can thrive.
Who You Are and What We're Looking For:
The right person for this role is self-directed, professional, and genuinely good at what they do. You take pride in a well-run home and find satisfaction in systems, order, and getting things done without being asked twice. You're the kind of person who can walk into a space, read a task list, and execute — no hand-holding, no need for check-ins, and no expectation of social time built into the workday.
You're warm and friendly by nature, but you have healthy professional boundaries. You respect privacy deeply, keep your phone put away while working. You're proactive enough to notice what needs doing even when it's not on the list, and thoughtful enough to communicate about it clearly and directly. You've worked in homes before, you understand the pace, and you genuinely love the work.
You communicate directly and keep things professional and approach this role as a trusted household professional.
Above all, you're accountable, receptive to feedback, and genuinely invested in being a trusted member of this family's support system.
Key Qualities
- Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
- Systems-Minded & Highly Organized. A natural organizer who thrives on creating structure, maintaining order, and continuously improving daily household routines and workflows to keep a busy home running seamlessly.
- Proactive and resourceful; anticipates needs and solves problems independently
- Excellent communicator who is professional, direct, and responsive
- Calm, steady, and a resourceful problem solver
- Able to quickly learn the family's routines, prioritize independently, and adapt as daily needs evolve
- Values professionalism, healthy boundaries, and supporting a private family with integrity and discretion
Key Responsibilities:
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Create, implement, and maintain home organization systems throughout the house
- Perform daily resets to keep common areas tidy and orderly
- Prep home ahead of cleaning crew visits; create punch lists for housekeepers for deep cleans and ensure completion
- Manage seasonal décor, including holiday takedown
- Support event and guest prep, including planning logistics for larger gatherings and holiday parties
- Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel
- Tackle organizational projects as needed (toy storage, gear, garage, mudroom, and entry areas)
Laundry & Linens
- Wash, fold, hang, and fully put away all laundry — including hanging dress items properly
- Organize and maintain closets
- Iron and steam clothing as needed
- Keep laundry areas stocked and tidy
Meal Support
- Batch cook and prep ingredients 2 to 3 times per week so weeknight meals come together quickly
- Chop and prep fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthy snacks for the family
- Put away grocery deliveries and keep the kitchen organized
- Clean up kitchen and maintain an orderly cooking space
Inventory & Errands
- Maintain running lists of pantry, fridge, and household supplies
- Restock household essentials and manage subscriptions and bulk orders
- Handle returns, sort mail, and package management
- Break down boxes and manage general household logistics
- Assist with occasional dry cleaning drop-off and pickup
- Maintain pet supplies alongside regular household restocking runs
- Post and reply and manage selling items on Marketplace
Family Support
- Provide light supervision if a parent briefly steps out while the youngest is napping
- Run kid-related errands as needed
Vehicle Upkeep
- Keep family vehicles clean and organized; run them through the car wash as needed
- Schedule quarterly detailing appointments
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Refresh high-use areas including garage, mudroom, and entryway
- Tackle special organizational projects on an ongoing basis
Vendor & Property Oversight
- Oversee and coordinate with housekeepers, contractors, and landscapers
- Research and coordinate repairs, quotes, and service appointments
- Be present for scheduled vendor visits (e.g., window washers, seasonal maintenance)
- Manage outdoor spaces including pool area, outdoor furniture, and towel organization
How to Apply:
Please send a short intro letter telling us a bit about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact information. Please note that this role requires a background check.
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