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Home Manager

Management

5 November 2024•127 views

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Location: Essex County, NJ
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 12pm-5pm (flexible, with occasional weekends as needed)
Pay: $18-$20 per hour
About Us:
We are a hardworking family of four—including two teenagers, two dogs, and two cats—navigating busy lives as small business owners. Often on the go, we’re seeking a Household Manager to join our support team. The right person for this role loves animals, is growth-minded, positive, and adaptable, and thrives in a dynamic household. If you enjoy organizing, creating systems, and being a helping hand, this role could be a wonderful fit!
Key Responsibilities
1. Household Management

Oversee household schedules and calendars, managing both personal and family appointments
Organize and coordinate family events and activities
Schedule and supervise home maintenance, repairs, and inventory
Keep common areas and bedrooms tidy and organized between housekeeping visits
Manage household supplies and handle inventory needs
Oversee laundry and linens to ensure they’re ready for use

2. Personal Assistant Duties

Run errands, including grocery and personal shopping
Schedule and arrange appointments, reservations, and events
Manage medical and pet care appointments (vet and grooming)
Handle administrative tasks, such as managing mail and phone calls

3. Meal Preparation

Prepare family dinners 3-4 times per week, ensuring meals are ready and align with family preferences

4. Childcare Assistance

Provide transportation for teenagers to after-school activities, work, and appointments as needed

5. Pet Care

Walk dogs as needed and arrange pet appointments for vet and grooming

Requirements

Must have a reliable vehicle (family vehicle available if needed)
Clean driving and background records required

Ideal Candidate
We’re looking for someone who is:

Trustworthy and discreet with confidential information
Personable and friendly, with a positive attitude
Self-motivated and capable of working independently
Organized and detail-oriented
Flexible to meet the changing needs of our family

Critical Soft Skills: Adaptable, problem solver, organized, friendly, resourceful, multitasker, self-starter, excellent interpersonal skills
Household Information:

3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, 1 Half Bath
Family of four: Mom, Dad, and two teenagers

What Success Looks Like In Your First 30, 60, and 90 Days:
30 Days

Goal: Settle in, build rapport, and complete essential tasks independently.
Establish a system for maintaining cleanliness in common areas and manage laundry and organization.
Set up and maintain a family calendar, keeping schedules updated.
Complete weekly errands, including grocery shopping.
Start a routine for dog walking and manage any pet appointments.
Prepare at least two family dinners per week.

60 Days

Goal: Show consistency in duties, refine processes, and take ownership of tasks.
Identify and manage household supplies and repairs, coordinating maintenance as needed.
Independently handle appointments and assist with additional family needs.
Provide timely and reliable transportation for the teenagers.
Plan meals, create grocery lists, and prepare meals regularly.

90 Days

Goal: Demonstrate full integration and efficient management of household routines.
Anticipate and manage upcoming family needs, including seasonal tasks and school schedules.
Take full ownership of household organization, including restocking and improving systems.
Confidently handle recurring appointments and all administrative tasks.
Support family event coordination smoothly and effectively.
Show flexibility by managing occasional weekend tasks as needed.