Household Manager / Family Assistant

Arlington, VA
Written By Andrew Lowery

Job Title: Household Manager / Family Assistant

Location: Arlington, VA

Schedule: Part-Time, Monday–Friday, approximately 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM (20 hours per week)

Compensation: $40 per hour base pay. Overtime: 1.5x base rate for hours over 20/week and U.S. federal holidays. Performance-based incentive bonus (discretionary)

Benefits: Paid Time Off & Sick Leave (accrued per hours worked), Paid Federal Holidays, $250/month medical stipend. Mileage reimbursement at $0.70/mile. Weekly reimbursement for household-related expenses (with receipts)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A private household is seeking a part-time Household Manager / Family Assistant to support daily household operations, meal preparation, and occasional childcare support.

This role requires a highly organized, proactive individual who can maintain household systems, assist with meal preparation, and provide flexible support during parental travel. The position includes guaranteed hours, with additional flexibility for extended hours and babysitting support.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Household Management & Organization

  • Maintain grocery lists, household supplies, and task lists.

  • Run errands and complete grocery shopping.

  • Perform daily tidying including vacuuming, cleaning surfaces, changing sheets, and organizing items.

Meal Preparation & Home Care

  • Prepare family dinners and assist with daily meal preparation.

  • Pack lunches and snacks.

  • Wash dishes, manage dishwasher, and maintain kitchen cleanliness.

  • Handle laundry and linens as needed, including ironing and managing dry cleaning.

Childcare Support

  • Provide mother’s helper support 1–2 afternoons per week.

  • Provide weekly or biweekly evening babysitting.

  • Support extended childcare needs during parental travel.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Strong household management and organizational skills.

  • Ability to multitask and maintain consistent routines.

  • Reliable, proactive, and detail-oriented.

  • Comfortable with childcare support responsibilities.

  • Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle required.

    Additional Details:

  • Personal vehicle required; mileage reimbursed at $0.70/mile (excluding commute).

  • Weekly reimbursement for household-related purchases (receipts required).

  • Employment is at-will with a 60-day trial period.

  • Offer contingent upon background check and reference verification.

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