Household Manager & Family Assistant

Household Manager & Family Assistant (with Cleaning & Organizational Focus)

Location: New Hope, PA 18938

Employment Type: Part-time, 12-15 hours per week (12 hours guaranteed)

Schedule: Three mornings per week, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Flexibility appreciated for occasional house-sitting and dog-sitting.

Compensation: $25-30 per hour

Start Date: As soon as possible

Requirements

Reliable transportation, mileage reimbursement provided for errandsComfort around animals (dogs, cats, horses)

About Our Family

We're a warm, close-knit family living on an expansive farmhouse property, including a horse barn. We're a household of three, but our large family lives close by and visits regularly. Life here is fluid and full—between managing work and family commitments, our days shift priorities constantly. We need someone who can help manage our home while we juggle everything else. We're looking for a true partner who can create and maintain household systems that actually work for us, stay flexible when plans change, and bring a proactive, easygoing energy to the team.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is organized, self-directed, and genuinely eager to help. The ideal candidate is observant and can walk into a space and see what needs attention without waiting for instruction. You're a natural temperature taker who can read the room, understand shifting priorities, and adjust accordingly. You have a "no task too big or too small" mentality, and understand that some days will be about sticking to the list, while others will require flexibility.You thrive on creating and maintaining systems that actually work for the family who lives there, not picture-perfect solutions that don't reflect real life. You're great at cleaning, organizing, and inventory management—you notice when supplies are running low and restock before anyone has to ask. You love animals (and bonus points if you love horses). Most importantly, you're reliable, easygoing, and excited to be part of a busy, dynamic home.

Key Responsibilities

Household Management & Organization

• Daily resets and prep home for cleaners
• Light tidying (dishes, surfaces, vacuum high-traffic areas)
• Create and/or Maintain household organization systems
• Seasonal swaps (décor)
• Prepare and coordinate donation drop-offs
• Holiday/guest prepIndoor plant care
• Change batteries, light bulbs, smoke detectors, etc.

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Occasional deep cleans (fridge, oven, baseboards)
• Refresh entryway
• Organizational projects (gear, basement, attic)
• Clean humidifiers/air purifiers

Inventory & Errands

• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
• Manage running household supply lists
• Grocery shopping
• Returns, gift shopping, and miscellaneous errands
• Mail and package handling
• Breaking down boxes

Laundry & Linen Care

• Wash, fold, and organize linens only (bedding and towels)
• Linen rotation throughout the house
• Maintain tidy and well-stocked laundry area

Pet Care

• Walk dogs daily (15-20 minutes, 1x daily)
• Occasional feeding

Vehicle Management

• Schedule maintenance
• Fueling/cleaning/organizing vehicles
• Track registration/insurance

Vendor & Property Oversight

• Occasionally: research/coordinate repairs and quotes
• Manage outdoor spaces
• Seasonal property maintenance

Administrative & Personal Assistant Support

• Awareness of family calendar (including household schedules)
• Receipt/budget tracking for expenses incurred as house manager
• As needed: event and appointment coordination

How to Apply

Please submit a short intro letter, updated resume, and 3 professional references with contact info. 

This role requires a background check.

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