House Manager

Sage Haus•Tualatin, OR

12d•$30 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The House Manager supports a busy family of five in Tualatin, Oregon, helping keep the household organized, orderly, and running smoothly. The role involves creating and maintaining home organization systems, resetting common areas, preparing for cleaning crews and events, supporting travel packing, and taking on ongoing organizational projects. Responsibilities also include laundry and linen care, meal preparation, grocery and household supply management, errands, light family support, vehicle upkeep, and coordination with household vendors and property service providers. The ideal candidate is self-directed, professional, accountable, organized, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a private family home. They communicate directly, respect privacy and professional boundaries, respond well to feedback, and take pride in maintaining a calm and functional home. This is a part-time position for 15–20 hours per week, with a flexible Tuesday or Wednesday workday and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Compensation is $30–$35 per hour. The position is based in Tualatin, Oregon, and the start date is ASAP.

Requirements

Must be authorized to work in the United States.
Reliable personal transportation is required; mileage reimbursement is provided.
Must be up to date on recommended vaccinations in line with American Academy of Pediatrics and Centers for Disease Control and Prevention guidelines.
Must be CPR and First Aid certified or willing to obtain certification.
Must maintain a smoke- and fragrance-free environment.
Professionalism, discretion, respect for privacy, and healthy professional boundaries.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing household needs.
Strong organization, communication, accountability, and problem-solving skills.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience working in homes.

Responsibilities

Create, implement, and maintain organization systems throughout the home.
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-clean 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, and keep laundry areas stocked and tidy.
Batch cook and prepare ingredients two to three times per week; prepare fresh produce and healthy snacks.
Put away grocery deliveries, keep the kitchen organized, clean up, and maintain an orderly cooking space.
Maintain pantry, refrigerator, and household supply lists; restock essentials and manage subscriptions and bulk orders.
Handle returns, sort mail, manage packages, break down boxes, and assist with general household logistics.
Occasionally drop off and pick up dry cleaning and maintain pet supplies during household restocking runs.
Post, reply to inquiries, and manage the sale of items on Marketplace.
Provide light supervision if a parent briefly steps out while the youngest child is napping.
Run kid-related errands as needed.
Keep family vehicles clean and organized, take them through the car wash as needed, and schedule quarterly detailing.
Refresh high-use areas such as the garage, mudroom, and entryway, and complete ongoing special organizational projects.
Oversee and coordinate with housekeepers, contractors, and landscapers.
Research and coordinate repairs, quotes, and service appointments.
Be present for scheduled vendor visits, such as window washing and seasonal maintenance.
Manage outdoor spaces, including the pool area, outdoor furniture, and towel organization.