Part-Time House Manager and Personal Assistant

Sage Haus • Purcellville, VA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

We are a couple seeking a Part-Time House Manager and Personal Assistant to help maintain our beautiful historic property in the Virginia countryside. This role involves a variety of tasks focused on household management, organization, pet care, and administrative support. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable working independently. This position offers flexibility in scheduling and the potential for growth, including assistance with other properties and businesses. We value professionalism, discretion, and a partnership approach.

Requirements

• Maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Reliable personal vehicle required.
• Must be comfortable with and have no allergies to cats and dogs.
• Strong English communication skills required, both written and verbal.
• Willingness to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA).
• Must not need to be told what to do; must be able to see what needs to happen and get it done after onboarding.
• High level of discretion required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with project management.
• Experience with remote management of out-of-state properties.
• Experience assisting with other businesses or projects.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily home resets to keep the home tidy and guest-ready.
• Light tidying as needed: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas.
• Create and maintain household organization systems throughout the home.
• Manage seasonal décor and bedding swaps.
• Prepare the home for guests, events, and photo shoots.
• Coordinate donation drop-offs and/or assist with resale.
• Assist with packing and unpacking for travel.
• Coordinate, vet, and oversee housekeepers, contractors, landscapers, and other service providers.
• Be present during vendor appointments and ensure work is completed to standard.
• Manage outdoor spaces, including the pool area.
• Research and coordinate repair quotes.
• Conduct routine property walk-throughs and maintain appliance/service logs.
• Feed and let out the dog as needed throughout the day.
• Empty and clean automatic litter boxes and maintain a clean environment for the cats.
• Maintain and restock all pet supplies.
• Coordinate veterinary appointments and provide emergency transport if needed.
• Overnight house and pet sitting in the on-property guest house during travel periods.
• Assist with household subscriptions and cancel unused or redundant services.
• Manage running household supply lists and restock as needed.
• Handle mail and packages, including sorting new items away and breaking down boxes.
• Grocery shopping, dry cleaning, returns, and other errands as needed.
• Wash, fold, and organize laundry on a regular basis.
• Manage bed and bath linen rotation.
• Iron, steam, and care for special garments as needed.
• Maintain a tidy, well-stocked laundry area.
• Occasional deep cleans: refrigerator, oven, baseboards, and other areas as needed.
• Refresh entryways and any other areas of clutter.
• Closet, garage, and attic organization.
• Schedule and track maintenance for the family vehicles.
• Fuel, clean, and organize vehicles as needed.
• Track registration and insurance documentation for vehicles.
• Manage the family's shared calendar (iCalendar); flag scheduling conflicts and assist with coordination.
• Home office filing/organizing.
• Track receipts and document spending when purchasing on behalf of the household.
• Potential for assistance with management for additional properties and businesses.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Additional hours available during travel periods for overnight house and pet sitting
• Potential for growth and increased responsibilities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed