Job Description

JRN 2254

A down to earth and busy family in the Bay Area is seeking a reliable, smart, and diligent House Manager to oversee the smooth operation of their residences. The ideal candidate is trustworthy, tech-savvy, and highly organized, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to pivot quickly when priorities shift. This individual will be a proactive partner to the family, ensuring that household operations, projects, and assets are consistently managed with discretion, efficiency, and care.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the family’s representative and primary liaison with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
• Oversee both small- and large-scale projects, managing budgets, contracts, and timelines to ensure successful completion.
• Create, maintain and update household manuals, ensuring systems and processes are streamlined.
• Create inventory systems for fine art, household assets, and records.
• Coordinate vehicle maintenance, insurance, and registration.
• Support household events in partnership with the PA/EA, including logistics, staffing, and vendor coordination.
• Provide effective and proactive communication to the principals, offering solutions and updates on all household matters.
• Be available to respond to emergencies and urgent requests with flexibility and professionalism.
• Commute between both Bay Area properties to ensure all residences are well-maintained and staffed as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in private service, estate management, or a related role.
• Strong organizational, administrative, and project management skills.
• Tech-savvy, with comfort using digital systems for scheduling, inventory, and communication.
• Team player, hands-on mentality, no task too big too small
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with the ability to anticipate needs and pivot quickly.
• Collaborative team player who works well with staff, vendors, and principals.
• Discreet, trustworthy, and professional, with exceptional communication skills.
• Flexible schedule and ability to be on call for emergencies.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and ability to commute between Bay Area properties.
• Calm under pressure and can guide seamlessly through challenges
• Clean background & excellent references

Location: San Francisco & Peninsula

Comp: 165-225K DOE + benefits + 401K

Schedule: M-F on site, with flexibility to handle after hour emergencies and weekend requests as needed

*Open to relocating a star candidate

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