AC216 - Full-Time Assistant House Manager - Litchfield, CT

A private family in Litchfield, CT, is seeking a professional, energetic, and highly organized  Assistant House Manager to support the seamless day-to-day operations of a busy household. This position combines hands-on household support, errand running, and pet care, and works closely with a full-time House Manager and additional staff. The ideal candidate is discreet, proactive, and dependable, with a strong service-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt to evolving household needs. This is a large property with a lot of day-to-day activity. The general schedule consists of 40 hours per week with a minimum of at least two Saturdays per month. Weekdays can be altered to accommodate Saturday coverage. For example, Tuesday through Saturday and Monday through Friday on non-Saturday inclusive weeks. Overall flexibility is essential. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and service-driven professional seeking a long-term role with a collaborative and well-run household.

Include, but are not limited to:

• Manage household errands, inventory, and light organizational projects 
• Assist with travel preparation, including packing/unpacking and coordination of logistics 
• Support holiday, event, and guest preparation as needed 
• Provide attentive daily care for two large dogs, including feeding, walking, bathing, and coordinating grooming and veterinary appointments 
• Assist with simple meal preparation and service; coordinate with the chef as needed 
• Maintain tidiness of common areas and assist with general household upkeep 
• Greet guests and provide support to the household team as required 

• Exceptional organizational and time management skills
• Proactive and thoughtful
• Strong interpersonal skills
• High level of discretion, judgment, and professionalism
• Emotionally intelligent
• Ability to pivot and adjust while remaining calm
• Collaborative and helpful
• Eye for detail
• Sevice mindset

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Family Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar private household role 
• Excellent, verifiable references 
• Must be able to lift 15 to 50lbs and navigate stairs comfortably
• Pet-Friendly (comfortable with large dogs)
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 
• Tech-savvy, highly organized, and able to manage tasks independently while collaborating with a team 
• Proficient with Google Workspace and household management apps

The family is offering $40 to $45/hr commensurate with experience, and a competitive benefits package