PERSONAL ASSISTANT / HOUSEHOLD MANAGER (FULL-TIME)
Switchboard is recruiting on behalf of a private household in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for a reliable and organized Personal Assistant / Household Manager. In this full-time role, you will be essential in keeping the household running smoothly through daily meal preparation, organization, errands, and comprehensive personal support.
Our client seeks someone with full-time availability to assist with both household and personal needs, including planning and preparing daily meals. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and adept at managing multiple tasks in a calm and professional manner. We are looking for a warm, proactive individual who enjoys helping others and naturally anticipates needs.
POSITION DETAILS
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM (40 hours per week)
- Location: Secure, luxury waterfront residence near Baltimore’s Inner Harbor
- Pay: $25–$30/hr, depending on experience and qualifications (1099 independent contractor)
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Personal & Administrative Support:
- Manage calendars, appointments, and daily schedules
- Coordinate doctor visits and other personal appointments
- Organize paperwork, medical documents, and household files
- Provide medication reminders and assist with medication organization and refills
- Maintain organization in home offices and workspaces
- Offer basic technology troubleshooting and support
- Run errands as needed
Household Management:
- Grocery shopping and restocking household supplies
- Prepare meals, snacks, and beverages throughout the day
- Oversee household systems, routines, and schedules
- Coordinate deliveries, service appointments, and household errands
- Maintain order and tidiness throughout the home (deep cleaning is handled by a housecleaner)
Pet Care:
- Assist in the care of one dog
- Provide daily walks (multiple times per day) and feeding
- Manage basic pet care and transportation to groomers or dog sitters as needed
Driving & Transportation:
- Drive locally for appointments and errands as needed
- Assist with logistics and transportation coordination for appointments
QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience as a personal assistant, executive assistant, household manager, or in a similar role is preferred but not required
- Previous experience preparing meals in a professional setting (beyond home cooking)
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills
- Trustworthy, discreet, and dependable
- Comfortable with technology and basic troubleshooting
- Excellent communication skills
- Experience caring for dogs
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
OUR INTERVIEW PROCESS
- AI Interview: Our recruiting team reviews resumes and invites qualified applicants to complete a conversational AI interview.
- Recruiter Screen: Successful candidates will have a 30-minute screening call with one of our recruiters.
- In-person Interview: Finalists are invited to meet the client in person and visit the home.
- Background Check & Reference Check: An offer is contingent on successful completion of a background check and reference check.
If you take pride in creating structure, calm, and thoughtful support, we encourage you to apply.