House Manager

Sage Haus•Tualatin, OR

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The House Manager supports a busy family of five with three young children, a dog, and an active home that includes regular hosting and ongoing renovations and projects. The role focuses on keeping the household organized, orderly, and running smoothly through independent, proactive support. The ideal person is professional, self-directed, organized, discreet, communicative, receptive to feedback, and experienced working in homes. The position is part-time, 15–20 hours per week. The schedule is Tuesday or Wednesday (flexible) and Friday, 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour, with an ASAP start. The role is located in Tualatin, Oregon. Reliable personal transportation is required, with mileage reimbursement. The household must remain smoke- and fragrance-free. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC guidelines. CPR and First Aid certification is required or must be obtained.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation is required; mileage is reimbursed.
Must maintain a smoke- and fragrance-free environment.
Must be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and CDC guidelines.
CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification.
Highly self-motivated, accountable, and able to work independently without hand-holding or routine check-ins.
Strong organizational and systems-building skills, with the ability to maintain order and improve household routines and workflows.
Proactive, resourceful, and able to anticipate needs and solve problems independently.
Professional, direct, responsive communication skills.
Able to learn family routines quickly, prioritize independently, and adapt as needs evolve.
Values professional boundaries, privacy, integrity, and discretion.
Receptive to feedback and invested in being a trusted household professional.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and maintain home organization systems throughout the house.
Perform daily resets to keep common areas tidy and orderly.
Prepare the home for cleaning crew visits, create punch lists for housekeepers, and ensure deep-cleaning tasks are completed.
Manage seasonal décor, including holiday takedown.
Support event and guest preparation, including logistics for larger gatherings and holiday parties.
Assist with packing and unpacking for family travel.
Complete organizational projects involving areas such as toy storage, gear, the garage, mudroom, and entry areas.
Wash, fold, hang, and put away laundry, including properly hanging dress items.
Organize and maintain closets; iron and steam clothing as needed; keep laundry areas stocked and tidy.
Batch cook and prep ingredients two to three times per week, prepare fresh fruits, vegetables, and healthy snacks, put away grocery deliveries, and keep the kitchen organized and clean.
Maintain running lists of pantry, refrigerator, and household supplies; restock essentials and manage subscriptions and bulk orders.
Handle returns, sort mail, manage packages, break down boxes, and assist with general household logistics.
Assist with occasional dry-cleaning drop-off and pickup and maintain pet supplies during household restocking runs.
Post, reply to inquiries, and manage items being sold on Marketplace.
Provide light supervision if a parent briefly steps out while the youngest child is napping and run kid-related errands as needed.
Keep family vehicles clean and organized, use the car wash as needed, and schedule quarterly detailing appointments.
Refresh high-use areas, including the garage, mudroom, and entryway, and undertake ongoing special organizational projects.
Oversee and coordinate with housekeepers, contractors, and landscapers; research and coordinate repairs, quotes, and service appointments; and attend scheduled vendor visits.
Manage outdoor spaces, including the pool area, outdoor furniture, and towel organization.