Personal Assistant & House Manager

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.