The posting
House Manager & Family Assistant (with Childcare and Meal Prep)
Location: Arnold, MD 21012
Employment Type: Part-Time | 24–30 hours per week (24 hours guaranteed)
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Weekend availability for additional hours is a plus for occasional hosting support, sports coverage, or date nights
Compensation: $30–$35/hour based on experience
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements
- Reliable transportation required (mileage reimbursed for work-related driving)
- Must be authorized to work in the United States
- Maintain a smoke-free environment
- CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain
- Comfort around water (waterfront property with a pool)
- Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs
About Our Family
We are an active family with three kids ages 4, 9, and 10. Both parents work full-time, and with practices, games, and everyone constantly heading in different directions, our days and evenings can move pretty quickly. We love living on the water and are lucky to have grandparents living in a detached in-law suite on the property. Our home is dynamic and full, which means there is always plenty of details to keep up with and things that need attention.
We're a close-knit household that values hard work, directness, and a good sense of humor. We need someone who can roll with the energy and maintain professionalism without feeling stiff or out of place. Nearly every weekend you'll find us with friends and their kids filling the house, and we want our home manager to feel comfortable and confident in our household environment.
We have an established team of cleaners and landscapers, and we're looking for someone who can slot seamlessly into that ecosystem. We're not looking for someone to reinvent the wheel — we need someone to help us keep it turning smoothly so we can spend less time managing logistics and more time being present with our kids.
Who You Are / What We're Looking For
You’re positive, easygoing, and comfortable around people. You enjoy being part of a lively household and being around kids. You value hard work, personal responsibility, and good judgment.
You’re the kind of person who walks into a space and immediately sees what needs to happen. You are deeply organized and communicate well upfront, asking thoughtful questions when learning a new system. Once you’ve found your footing, you’re confident working independently and don’t require a daily checklist handed to you. You take pride in doing things well.
You’re easygoing, warm, and comfortable around people — someone who can walk into a room and naturally connect with others, while still being thoughtful about what you’re there to do. You care about doing things well and aren’t afraid to ask questions or check in when you’re unsure. More than anything, we’re looking for someone who brings a kind, positive spirit into our home, takes pride in what they do, and genuinely cares about making our family’s life a little easier.
Key Responsibilities
Meal Support
- Prepare 3–4 dinners per week (accommodating various dietary preferences within the household), ranging from fresh cooked to batch-style depending on the week's schedule
- Collaborate with the family on meal planning initially, taking on more ownership as preferences are established
- Shop in-store for groceries
- Handle kitchen clean-up and general kitchen maintenance
Household Organization & Maintenance
- Maintain existing household organization systems
- Perform daily resets of the home: light tidying, wipe surfaces, load and unload dishwasher, vacuum high-traffic areas, take out trash, etc
- Prepare the home for biweekly cleaners
- Coordinate seasonal clothing swaps for kids
- Assist with event, holiday, and guest prep for hosting (family hosts often; opportunities to assist on weekends for extra hours may be made available)
- Proactively handle small maintenance tasks: battery replacements, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.
- Interior cleaning of family vehicles
Laundry & Linens
- Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the household and keep the laundry area tidy
- Manage rotation of linens
- Coordinate dry cleaning on occasion
Family Support
- Provide child pickups and drop-offs
- Supervision and backup childcare support
- Opportunities to provide date night support for additional hours will be presented
- Support children's daily chores and other responsibilities
Vendor & Property Oversight
- Manage existing vendor relationships (e.g. landscapers)
- Collaborate with cleaning crew: flag items as needed and support their work flow
- Oversee boat-related contractor visits: be on-site for cleaning and repair coordination and ensure work is completed to agreed upon standards
- Skim and vacuum pool as needed (spot cleaning only, no regular pool maintenance)
- Assist with seasonal property maintenance (e.g., wiping down outdoor furniture, winterizing outdoor kitchen) as needed
Inventory & Errands
- Manage shared household supply and grocery list
- Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies throughout the home
- Oversee and manage subscriptions and recurring orders
- Handle returns, gift shopping, dry cleaning, and other miscellaneous errands as requested
- Manage and organize incoming mail and packages, including box breakdown
Administrative & Personal Assistant Support
- Maintain awareness of and plan proactively around (meals, etc) the family calendar
- Coordinate events and appointments for the family as needed
- Track receipts and spending for work-related expenses
- Manage administrative tasks for family vehicles (e.g. registration, insurance, maintenance scheduling) on an as-needed basis
- Potential to assist with travel planning and logistics on occasion
Deep Cleaning & Special Projects
- Perform occasional deep cleaning tasks (e.g. fridge, oven, baseboards)
- Support kids in maintaining and tidying the "drop zones" in the home (mudroom, garage, entryway, etc.)
- Clean humidifiers and air purifiers in winter months
- Manage organizational projects (e.g. closets) as requested and make suggestions for organizational systems throughout the home
How to Apply:
If interested, please submit the following:
- A brief letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this position
- Your updated resume
- At least 3 professional references with contact information
Note that this role requires a background check.
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