House Manager

Job Title: House Manager

Location: Washington, DC

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 hours per week. Occasional travel required

Compensation: $120,000 – $140,000 annually

Benefits: Healthcare stipend

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A private household in Washington, DC is seeking a highly organized and compassionate House Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the home while providing light administrative and personal support.

The ideal candidate will ensure the household runs smoothly, remains well-organized, and supports the family’s daily routines. This role requires strong organizational skills, discretion, and the ability to provide structured support for an independent, high-functioning individual with early-stage memory concerns.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Household Management

• Oversee the day-to-day organization and smooth operation of the household.

• Coordinate housekeeping, laundry, and assist with grocery shopping with the family.

• Prepare meals and coordinate dinner parties when requested.

• Maintain household calendars, appointments, and activities in coordination with the family.

• Provide reminders for appointments and daily schedules.

• Ensure the home remains safe, comfortable, and well-organized.

• Manage household supplies and arrange services or repairs as needed.

Administrative Support

• Maintain calendars and reminders for medications, appointments, and social activities.

• Communicate regularly with family members regarding household needs and updates.

• Assist with light record-keeping related to appointments and household tasks.

Companionship & Personal Support

• Provide friendly companionship and conversation to support emotional well-being.

• Encourage participation in daily activities, hobbies, and light exercise.

• Support memory and orientation through gentle reminders and structured routines.

• Accompany the client on walks, appointments, or outings as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience or willingness to work with an independent, high-functioning individual with early-stage memory issues.

• Strong organizational and household management skills.

• Compassionate, patient, and dependable personality.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation preferred.

  Personal Attributes:

• Warm, empathetic, and attentive to the emotional needs of others.

• Calm and flexible when responding to changes in routine or behavior.

• Able to foster a supportive and respectful environment that preserves dignity and independence.

Caregiver / Companion

Job Title: Caregiver / Companion

Location: Spring Island, SC

Schedule: Full-Time

Compensation: $80,000–$90,000 annually

Benefits: Health care stipend

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A private family residing on beautiful Spring Island, South Carolina is seeking a kind, experienced caregiver/companion to assist their mother who is in the early stages of dementia.

This position is best suited for a CNA or experienced caregiver who has worked with dementia patients and brings patience, warmth, emotional intelligence, and professionalism to their work. The ideal candidate understands that caregiving is not simply task-based, but about building trust, companionship, and maintaining dignity and independence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Companionship & Emotional Support

• Develop a trusting, respectful relationship with the principal.

• Provide meaningful companionship and conversation.

• Engage the principal in enjoyable activities such as playing cards, puzzles, light outings, lunches, and social visits.

• Encourage engagement while respecting the principal’s pace and comfort.

Daily Support

• Assist with maintaining a structured daily routine.

• Ensure medications are taken properly and on schedule.

• Encourage proper hygiene and self-care.

• Ensure the principal eats regular meals (three meals daily).

• Assist with light meal preparation and kitchen clean-up.

Household Assistance

• Perform light housekeeping duties.

• Keep living spaces tidy, simple, and organized.

• Respect the principal’s preferences regarding how things are arranged.

Calendar & Organization

• Assist with maintaining the principal’s calendar.

• Help track family birthdays, anniversaries, and appointments.

• Support scheduling with family and health professionals.

• Drive the principal to medical appointments as needed.

Collaboration

• Maintain open communication with family members.

• Coordinate with other caregivers and professionals involved in care.

• Build rapport with family members, medical providers, massage therapist, friends, visitors, and other caregivers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• CNA certification or significant caregiving experience.

• Experience working with dementia or memory care patients strongly preferred.

• Understanding of dementia-related behaviors such as repetition and memory challenges.

• Patient and calm approach to caregiving.

• Ability to collaborate with family and other caregivers.

• Excellent references from previous caregiving roles.

• Valid driver’s license preferred.

Desired Personal Qualities:

• Kind, caring, and patient.

• Able to build trust and genuine friendship over time.

• A good listener who communicates calmly and respectfully.

• Good-natured and emotionally steady, not easily frustrated.

• Balanced judgment and the ability to know when to step in and when to step back.

• Respectful of the principal’s independence.

• Engaging and creative in finding enjoyable activities suited to the principal’s interests and abilities.

• Organized but not controlling.

• Comfortable working in a family-centered environment.

Traveling Housekeeper

Job Title: Traveling Housekeeper (DC or Miami Based)

Location: Washington, DC and Regular travel to Miami, FL and The Hamptons, NY

Schedule:
Full-Time

Compensation: $48 per hour

Benefits: Full benefits package provided (details shared during hiring process). All travel arrangements, accommodations, meals, and uniforms provided

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A private household based in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced, detail-oriented Traveling Housekeeper to join an established housekeeping team. The ideal candidate is professional, discreet, and accustomed to working in high-end private homes. This role requires flexibility and the ability to travel with the family to secondary residences in Miami and The Hamptons, maintaining the same high standards of care and presentation across all properties.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Housekeeping & Laundry

• Perform daily housekeeping to a high standard, including cleaning, dusting, polishing, vacuuming, and sanitizing surfaces.

• Care for fine furnishings, artwork, stone, and specialty surfaces using appropriate methods and products.

• Bed making, linen care, and wardrobe organization.

• Laundry and ironing, including delicate fabrics and high-end garments when required.

• Maintain closets, storage areas, and housekeeping inventories in an orderly manner.

Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with other housekeeping staff and household team members to ensure seamless daily operations.

• Follow established housekeeping schedules, checklists, and service standards.

• Communicate with the House Manager or Estate Manager regarding supplies, maintenance issues, or special requests.

Travel & Seasonal Residence Support

• Travel with the household to Miami and The Hamptons as scheduled.

• Prepare guest rooms and common areas before arrivals.

• Ensure residences remain guest-ready at all times.

• Assist with light household support related to entertaining preparation as requested.

Standards & Discretion

• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

• Follow household protocols and presentation standards, including uniform requirements.

• Proactively notice and address details to maintain a pristine environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• U.S. work authorization.

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in a formal private home, luxury hotel, or similar environment.

• Experience working as part of a housekeeping team.

• Ability to travel regularly and maintain a flexible schedule when principals are in residence.

• Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining high standards.

• Professional demeanor, reliability, and discretion.

• Legal authorization to work in the United States and valid identification for travel.

Estate Manager (Multi-Residence)

Job Title: Estate Manager (Multi-Residence) Live out - 1 year Contractual Role

Location: VA | LA | VT | TX | MA (Travel Required) Ideal candidate based in the DMV

Schedule: Full-Time | Live-Out

Compensation: $275,000–$325,000 annually, depending on experience (DOE)

POSITION OVERVIEW:

A UHNW family seeks an experienced Estate Manager to launch and standardize operations across five residences. This role will travel to each property to implement protocols, staffing structure, vendor systems, service standards, and preventative maintenance programs, ensuring every home operates with consistent, luxury-level efficiency and readiness at all times.

The Estate Manager is responsible for full operational oversight, maintenance, vendor management, capital improvement planning, and service consistency across a portfolio of luxury residences and rental properties. Each home, regardless of size or frequency of use, must remain guest-ready, secure, fully staffed, and maintained to a mirrored standard of excellence.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Property Oversight & Service Standardization

• Set up complete household operations for all homes, including systems, standards, and workflows.

• Create and enforce SOPs and service protocols for housekeeping, laundry, kitchens, and guest readiness.

• Maintain mirrored service levels across all residences, including cleanliness, functionality, stocking, preventative maintenance, seasonal transitions, and presentation.

• Ensure all properties are maintained in turnkey, guest-ready condition.

Preventative Maintenance & Systems Management

• Develop and manage preventative maintenance programs covering HVAC, plumbing, electrical, generators, water systems, alarms, security cameras, smart home systems, appliances, irrigation, roofs, gutters, and exterior integrity.

• Create property-specific maintenance calendars and ensure execution.

Vermont Estate Management (Acreage, Barn & Outbuildings)

• Coordinate care and maintenance of the Vermont estate, including barn, outbuildings, access roads, fencing, snow removal, storm readiness, tree management, and groundskeeping.

• Manage infrastructure needs specific to rural properties.

Vendor & Contractor Oversight

• Source, hire, schedule, and manage vendors across all locations.

• Maintain vendor agreements, warranties, and regional service contacts.

• Review invoices for accuracy and manage services within budget parameters.

Staff Coordination

• Coordinate staffing models per residence based on usage and seasonal needs.

• Support hiring recommendations and training standards.

• Ensure staff follow household protocols, reporting structure, and service expectations.

Budgeting, Reporting & Asset Protection

• Create and manage operating budgets for maintenance, utilities, seasonal preparation, and capital projects.

• Track expenses across properties and report to the Principal or Family Office.

• Protect all properties as high-value assets through proactive oversight.

Capital Projects & Renovations

• Manage renovations and property improvement projects from planning through completion.

• Coordinate bids, timelines, quality control, and documentation.

Security, Emergency Readiness & Response

• Ensure all homes maintain security systems, access control, and emergency readiness plans.

• Act as point person for urgent property situations and regional emergencies.

Rental Property Oversight

• Oversee rental properties to ensure maintenance, inspections, vendor servicing, turnover coordination, and asset protection.

Seasonal Opening, Closing & Guest Readiness

• Manage seasonal transitions across all residences.

• Ensure arrival readiness through completed checklists prior to occupancy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 8–15+ years of experience managing luxury private residences, estates, or multi-property portfolios.

• Proven experience building household operations from scratch across multiple properties.

• Strong vendor management, staffing leadership, and project management skills.

• Experience managing rural acreage estates strongly preferred.

• Highly organized, discreet, calm under pressure, and service-driven.

• Willing and able to travel frequently across multiple states.

• Valid driver’s license and legal authorization to work in the United States.