AK- House Manager​/Family Assistant – Austin, TX

A private family in Austin, Texas is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and hands‑on Family/Household Assistant to support the day‑to‑day operations of their residence and assist with the family's daily needs.

The position will primarily focus on family assistance and household coordination, with occasional backup childcare responsibilities as needed. Local Austin candidates only; relocation is not offered.

• Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–3:00 PM.
• Approximately 40 hours per week, with flexibility as needed to accommodate household and family needs.

Family Assistance & Administrative Support

• Assist with scheduling, calendar coordination, appointments, and general administrative needs.
• Provide Family Assistant support, including personal errands and household-related requests.
• Help coordinate the family's daily routines, activities, and schedules.
• Handle personal and household errands, including dry cleaning, returns, purchases, and other requests.
• Manage mail, household documents, records, and digital filing systems.
• Coordinate household expenses and reporting.
• Assist with household organization, planning, and special projects.
• Work collaboratively with the family's additional household staff and service providers.
• Anticipate family needs and proactively provide support wherever needed.

Occasional Childcare & Family Support

• Provide occasional backup childcare when the family's regular nannies are unavailable, taking breaks, out sick, or on vacation.
• Assist with childcare coverage during temporary staffing gaps or when additional support is needed.
• Help supervise and engage with the children while maintaining their established routines and schedules.
• Assist with school pickups, drop-offs, activities, appointments, and other child-related transportation as needed. (Family vehicle provided)
• Communicate with the principals and other household staff regarding the children's schedules and needs.
• Maintain a safe, positive, and supportive environment for the children.

The family employs dedicated childcare staff, and this position is not intended to serve as the primary full-time nanny. However, candidates must be comfortable and willing to provide hands‑on childcare support when needed.

Household Management & Operations

• Oversee the organization, functionality, and daily operations of the residence.
• Ensure the home remains organized, well‑stocked, and running efficiently.
• Maintain household inventories and replenish household supplies as needed.
• Assist with light household tasks as needed, such as tidying, unloading the dishwasher, taking out trash, and maintaining general order.
• Assist with household organization and interior design‑related projects.
• Manage household records, organizational systems, and digital filing.
• Coordinate with existing household staff to ensure daily operations run smoothly.
• Step in wherever needed to support the family and maintain a well‑functioning household.

Vendors, Renovations & Projects

• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors, contractors, and service providers entering the home.
• Coordinate scheduling and access for household vendors and contractors.
• Assist with oversight of ongoing renovation and improvement projects, including painting, pool projects, landscaping, and other household work.
• Track project progress and keep the principals informed of timelines, outstanding items, and project status.
• Manage vendor invoices, payments, receipts, and related documentation.
• Track project and vendor expenses while working within established budgets.
• Maintain organized records of household projects, expenses, and completed work.
• Help ensure household maintenance and improvement projects are completed efficiently.

Guest & Hospitality Support

• Help prepare the…