Part-time House Manager & Family Assistant

Job Title: Part-time House Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Lake Elmo, MN 55042

Employment Type: Part-Time | 15-20 hours per week (15 guaranteed)

Schedule: Flexible; 3 to 5 days per week. Candidates are able to set their own consistent day-time schedule.

Compensation: $28-$32 per hour, commensurate with experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• Reliable transportation required with valid license and clean driving record; use of a family vehicle is available and preferred
• Ability to navigate multiple flights of stairs throughout the day and lift up to 40 pounds for limited periods of time
• Comfortable working in a home with pets (one small senior dog and one young cat cat)

About Our Family

We are a warm, busy, and close-knit family of three who recently returned to Lake Elmo after a year living in Texas and are in the process of making this house truly feel like home. Both adults work full-time from home, often with back-to-back calls and meetings from morning through afternoon. Our daughter is a bright, independent young teen that thrives with consistency and calm in her space. Our household also includes two beloved pets: an elder Chiweenie and a young cat who both bring a lot of life to the space.

We’re community-minded, relational, and laid-back, with a strong work ethic and a lot of heart for hosting. We’re intentional about bringing people together and celebrating those we care about, and we want our home to feel organized, welcoming, and comfortable-even when life is moving fast.

The right person will feel less like hired help and more like a trusted partner in keeping this household humming.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

You are:

• A natural self-starter: You walk into a home, notice what needs attention, and get to work-without needing to be told twice.
• Proactive, creative, and organized: You spot opportunities to improve a system and take the initiative to make it happen.
• Ready to tackle a little of everything: Restocking the pantry, designing a closet system, sourcing the perfect gift basket, or getting the guest bathroom ready for company.
• Comfortable working independently: You’re happy listening to a podcast or audiobook and won’t be thrown off by a Zoom call down the hall.
• A clear, proactive communicator: You keep the family informed about your schedule and give plenty of notice when something needs to shift.
• Sensitive and emotionally intelligent: You pick up on individual needs, adapt naturally, and know when to be present and when to give space.
• Respectful of personal spaces: You’re especially thoughtful about the belongings and boundaries of teens in the home.
• Creative and hospitality-minded: You enjoy thoughtful details-from beautiful gift baskets to themed dinners-that make people feel genuinely welcomed.
• Someone who brings ideas, not just execution.

Key Responsibilities

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Create, maintain, and evolve household organization systems throughout the home
• Perform daily resets to keep common areas tidy: wipe surfaces, load/unload dishes, vacuum high-traffic areas, etc.
• Prepare the home for the bi-weekly cleaning service
• Manage seasonal clothing transitions, including prompting and facilitating size reviews
• Coordinate donation drop-offs (Goodwill and similar) and explore resale options where appropriate
• Change batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detector batteries proactively and maintain stock of these items
• Prepare home for guests: ensure TVs are set up and logged in, remotes are charged, towels and coffee are laid out, and bathrooms are guest-ready

Inventory & Errands

• Manage running household supply list
• Grocery shop in-store or arrange delivery and maintain stock of preferred items for all family members
• Maintain intentional back stock of pantry staples, household supplies, and toiletries, including travel-size items
• Manage and execute household orders and subscriptions
• Keep the bar and snack area fully stocked for hosting
• Handle weekly errands (e.g. returns, gift shopping, grocery shopping) efficiently, batching tasks by day and location
• Retrieve mail from the mailbox several times per week; open household packages as needed and breakdown boxes for recycling

Laundry & Linens

• Wash, fold, and organize laundry for the full household
• Rotate and refresh linens and towels
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area

Special Projects

• Organize closets and seasonal gear, creating practical systems that make the home easier to maintain
• Lead home-improvement projects, from planning closet built-ins and mudroom doors to sourcing materials and hardware
• Support event and holiday hosting, including themed dinners, seasonal celebrations, and football game prep (snacks, decor, logistics)
• Clean Pura filters throughout the home; monitor and adjust settings to manage pet-related odors
• Research, purchase, and wrap gifts; assemble gift baskets for extended family members for holidays, birthdays, and back-to-school

Meal Support

• Prepare crockpot meals 1-2 times per week using provided recipes
• Process and prep produce (wash, chop, store)
• Prepare batch snacks and breakfast items (e.g.protein balls, egg bites) as requested
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen space

Pet Care

• Feed and monitor the dog and cat as needed
• Schedule and transport the dog to routine veterinary appointments (approximately every 4-6 weeks for injections)
• Sweep and tidy the pet area
• Maintain pet supply inventory
• Coordinate optional grooming appointments as needed

Vehicle Upkeep

• Fuel family vehicles proactively
• Schedule and transport vehicles for routine maintenance
• Occasionally wipe and vacuum car interiors and coordinate car washes
• Track registration and insurance documents; ensure paperwork is current and kept in the vehicle

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Serve as the on-site point of contact for vendors and service providers
• Find deep cleaning service and delegate tasks (e.g. oven, baseboards)
• Research and coordinate repair quotes and build/maintain a reliable vendor contact list (windows, HVAC, electrician, etc.)
• Create and manage a seasonal home maintenance calendar; delegate and oversee tasks such as winterizing, hose storage, and summer prep
• Coordinate with the landscaping crew on outdoor project goals; help develop a polished and functional deck and patio space

Administrative & Family Support

• Manage household calendar proactively: look ahead for upcoming events, school activities, anniversaries, and appointments and plan ahead for preparation needs (e.g. ordering gifts, managing teacher appreciation items)
• Schedule and coordinate recurring appointments for the family (medical, dental, haircuts, etc.) and other miscellaneous appointments as requested
• Support event planning and coordination (e.g. milestone celebrations and themed gatherings)
• Assist with personal travel logistics: research accommodations, coordinate dinner reservations, and handle bookings in a warm and professional manner
• Track receipts for all employee-related expenses

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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