House Manager & Family Assistant

Sage Haus•Albuquerque, NM

13d•Onsite

About The Position

We're a loving family in a full and rewarding season of life, balancing two careers, a toddler, and a newborn on the way. Both parents hold demanding professional roles and are frequently in-office, with occasional travel throughout the year (roughly every other month, one parent is away). We have bi-weekly housekeeping, but the day-to-day upkeep, errands, meal prep, and family logistics fall squarely on us — and that's where things get heavy. We run a tight ship. Our home has systems in place, and we take pride in keeping things organized and running smoothly. We eat healthy, mostly organic, and prioritize structure for our kids. Right now, we're doing grocery runs and laundry late at night, and we're ready to change that. We're looking for someone who can come in, learn how our home works, and take real ownership of the details that keep everything moving. We're looking for a thoughtful, proactive House Manager who genuinely enjoys creating calm, order, and efficiency behind the scenes. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and takes pride in anticipating needs, following through on commitments, and helping a busy household run smoothly. While the primary focus of this role is household management, we're hoping to find someone who enjoys being part of a family-centered environment and values building a long-term, trusting relationship with the family.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Maintain a smoke-free environment.
Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands.
Up-to-date vaccinations required, including COVID-19 and flu.
Must be comfortable working in a home with young children, including a newborn.
Highly organized and systems-oriented, with the ability to create and maintain routines that keep the household running efficiently.
Proactive and self-directed, naturally noticing what needs attention and taking initiative without requiring constant oversight.
Reliable and consistent, demonstrating strong follow-through, punctuality, and a high level of personal accountability.
A strong communicator who is warm, approachable, and professional, with the emotional intelligence to build trust, read the room, and balance friendly engagement with respecting the family's space and routines.
Comfortable in a home with young children.
Familiarity with the rhythms and flexibility required in a home with a toddler and newborn is a significant plus.
Familiar with the Albuquerque area, or able to quickly learn the local community, vendors, and resources, with an appreciation for the unique pace and logistics of living in a "big small town."
Proud of the details, finding satisfaction in the small things that make a meaningful difference—from maintaining organized spaces and a well-stocked home to anticipating the family's needs before they arise.

Nice To Haves

While the primary focus of this role is household management, we're hoping to find someone who enjoys being part of a family-centered environment and values building a long-term, trusting relationship with the family.
Although this is primarily a household management role, we'd love someone who genuinely enjoys being around children and is happy to step in with occasional, light backup childcare support when needed.

Responsibilities

Prep backpacks, clothing, and snacks for the school-age child
Handle kid-related errands as needed
Provide emergency backup childcare and drop-off/pick-up support in trusted, as-needed situations
Maintain and improve household organization systems
Daily resets and home prep in advance of housekeeping visits
Light tidying: dishes, surfaces, and high-traffic areas
Seasonal clothing swaps and wardrobe organization
Coordinate donation drop-offs
Packing and unpacking support around family travel
Routine upkeep tasks: change batteries, replace light bulbs, maintain smoke detectors, etc.
Wash, fold, and organize family laundry
Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry area
Grocery shopping with a focus on organic, balanced ingredients (primarily chicken, fish, and produce; minimal red meat; allergy to sweet potatoes)
Meal and snack prep Monday through Thursday (prep-focused, not full cooking)
Kitchen clean-up and general kitchen maintenance
Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies
Handle returns, prescription pick-ups, dry cleaning, and gift shopping
Mail and package handling
Break down and dispose of boxes
Occasional deep cleaning of the fridge
Garage refresh and organization
Clean and maintain humidifiers and air purifiers
Organizational projects for toys and children's gear
Fueling, cleaning, and organizing the family vehicle