House Manager

Sage Haus•Ellicott City, MD

19h•Onsite

About The Position

We are a busy, active family of four with two children and full professional lives. Like many families in this season of life, there are always moving pieces — school, activities, meals, laundry, household projects, appointments, and all the little details that keep a home running. We appreciate an organized home and thoughtful systems, but we're equally looking for someone who understands that a family home is constantly evolving. Whether it's refreshing an organizational system as the kids grow, preparing for guests, staying ahead of household inventory, tackling a lingering project, or simply noticing that something needs to be handled before we're asked, we want someone who enjoys making a home function better. What we're really looking for is someone who can become an essential part of our household support system and help us stay ahead of those details. Our goal is to spend less of our evenings and weekends catching up on household tasks and more of that time being present together as a family. Life moves quickly for us, and a calm, capable, proactive presence would make a meaningful difference in our family. We value reliability, attention to detail, good judgment, and someone who takes genuine pride in their work. We're excited to find someone who can settle into our household, learn how we operate, and become a trusted, long-term part of our family's rhythm.

Requirements

Maintain a smoke-free environment
Must be authorized to work in the United States
Fragrance-free: no lingering perfume or heavily scented products
Reliable personal transportation required; mileage reimbursement provided for work-related errands
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 general recommended vaccinations and annual influenza vaccination), subject to applicable legal accommodations
Proactive, highly organized self-starter who naturally notices what needs to happen and takes ownership of getting it done.
Comfortable working independently, prioritizing competing needs, and finding solutions without requiring frequent direction, while communicating clearly and knowing when it's important to check in.
Understand that great household support is about more than completing a task list.
Enjoy creating systems, anticipating needs, managing the details, and finding ways to make everyday family life run more smoothly.
Take pride in thoughtful follow-through.
Looking for a long-term role where you can truly learn a household, become a trusted part of its rhythm, and see the impact of your work over time.
Dependable, resourceful, and adaptable, with a genuine sense of ownership in the home you support.

Nice To Haves

CPR and First Aid certification preferred

Responsibilities

Create and Maintain household organization systems
Daily light tidying: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming, etc
Prepare home for bi-weekly cleaners
Daily zone refreshes: kitchen counter, sunroom, and toy area
Manage seasonal swaps: kids' clothing, coats, and decor
Donation coordination and drop-offs
Packing and unpacking for family travel
Replace batteries, lightbulbs, air filters, and other routine household maintenance items
Manage running household supply lists and replenish household supplies and essentials
Manage household orders and subscriptions (Costco/Amazon)
Handle returns, dry cleaning drop-off and pick up, and occasional gift-shopping
Mail and package handling; including breaking down boxes
Wash, fold, organize, and put away laundry
Linen rotation (strip, wash, and remake beds)
Maintain a stocked and organized laundry room
Collaborate on weekly meal planning and create a list accordingly
Assist with light meal prep for children's dinner 3x per week (washing, chopping, marinating)
Handle grocery shopping (delivery, pick-up, or in person)
Keep the kitchen tidy and refreshed
Provide bi-weekly date night coverage
Serve as a backup for pick-ups or drop-offs (rare)
Awareness of family calendar via Skylight (including school and household schedules)
Research and schedule kids’ camp for summer and school closures
Coordinate and schedule appointments as needed
Oversee the bi-weekly cleaners, and any contractors and landscapers as needed
Refresh outdoor spaces, including the front porch and back patio
Water outdoor plants during the summer
Weekly car clean out and gas run
Schedule maintenance as needed
Assist with occasional deep cleans: fridge, oven, baseboards, humidifiers
Tackle organizational projects: toys, pantry, closets, gear, etc
Dog care (feeding, walking, scheduling vet appointments) will be requested in the future