Household Manager & Family Assistant

Job Title: Household Manager & Family Assistant

Location: Basking Ridge, NJ, 07920

Employment Type: Part-time, 20–25 hours per week

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 1:30–5:30 PM (core hours)

Compensation: $30–$32 per hour; W-2 employment

Start Date: As soon as possible

Requirements

- Reliable personal transportation and a clean driving record
- Comfortable navigating multiple floors throughout the workday
- 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 (including standard childhood vaccinations), subject to applicable legal accommodations.
- Maintain a smoke-free environment.
- Must be authorized to work in the United States.

About Our Family

We're a warm, busy family with two school-age kids and two parents who love what they do. Between school, activities, work, and regular travel (including international for one parent) our days tend to fill up quickly, and there's always something happening. We love being involved in our kids' lives and careers that we're passionate about, but the reality is that there are only so many hours in the day. We're looking for someone who can become a trusted part of our household, help keep things running smoothly, and bring a little more breathing room so we can focus on quality time with our kids rather than household tasks.

We already have a weekly cleaning service and regular after school care for the kids, so this role is about filling in the operational gaps: the school pickups, the restocking, the follow-through, and the quiet but meaningful work that keeps a household running smoothly. We work and live in the same space most days, so we value someone who is calm, capable, and doesn't need a lot of direction to get things done. We're not a chaotic household, but we do need someone who can bring structure and a steady hand.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

You’re someone who naturally takes initiative, sees what needs to be done, and finds a way to make it happen. You’re organized, self-directed, and comfortable working independently, with a practical, flexible approach to getting things done. We care more about the end result than exactly how you get there, so you’re someone who can use good judgment, figure things out along the way, and adapt as needed. You’re comfortable working independently, know when to take initiative, and are thoughtful about giving others the space and focus they need.

You provide a calm, confident, and respectful presence with children, offering guidance and structure rather than feeling the need to entertain them. You understand that caring for children means making sure they’re where they need to be, well-fed, and well-supported, and you bring a warm, steady, and dependable presence to their day. You are tidy by nature and understand that a well-run home is one where things are put back, restocked before they run out, and maintained before they break down.

Key Responsibilities

Family Support

- Afternoon school pickup and transportation, either home or to after-school activities
- Occasional school drop-off assistance when parent is traveling
- Occasional aftercare supervision in the afternoon
- Check backpacks for upcoming school items and deadlines (permission slips, parent-teacher communications)
- Coordinate and sign up for seasonal children's activities (clubs, food drives, etc)
- Archive and organize children's artwork

Household Management & Organization

- Daily household resets: dishes, recycling, light tidying, and preparing surfaces for the weekly cleaning service
- Develop and manage a seasonal clothing and household swap system
- Coordinate donation drop-offs for outgrown clothing, toys, and other household items
- Manage household maintenance tasks: plant care, battery & light bulb replacement, smoke detector checks, and air purifier filter swaps
- Identify and suggest entryway and organizational improvements; daily refresh of enrtryway
- Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel
- Oversee vendor scheduling and communication for recurring services (landscapers, window washers, exterior cleaning, annual HVAC maintenance)
- Occasional deep cleans of fridge, oven, baseboards
- Support longer-term organizing projects, such as unpacking boxes and closet organization

Inventory & Errands

- Grocery shopping and household restocking, including pantry, fridge, and household supplies
- Maintain supply lists and manage household orders and subscriptions
- Coordinate dry cleaning pickup and drop-off
- Handle returns and sort and process mail
- Break down and dispose of boxes

Meal Support

- Dinner meal prep approximately twice per week (two proteins per meal are typical as the household includes a vegetarian adult and meat-eating family members)
- Occasional school lunch/snack prep
- Note: no shellfish in the home at any time due to severe allergy

Laundry & Linens

- Wash, fold, and organize laundry
- Occasional linen rotation, including duvet covers and extra sheet changes as needed
- Maintain tidy and well stocked laundry areas

Administrative Support

- Assist with travel planning and logistics
- Calendar awareness and support for household scheduling
- Event and appointment coordination and scheduling
- Receipt/budget tracking

Vehicle Upkeep

- Light tidying of the family vehicle
- Gas fill-ups for the family vehicle as needed

How to Apply

To apply, please submit a short intro letter telling us a little about yourself and why this role is a great fit, an updated resume, and 3 professional references with names, relationships, and contact information. Please note that this role requires a background check.

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