Family Assistant – Ridgewood, NJ – Full Time

 

Position Details: Full-Time, Live-Out
Location: Ridgewood, NJ
Schedule: Monday–Friday
Hours: 10:00 AM–6:00 PM
Compensation: $35–$45 per hour, paid via W-2 (on the books)
Additional Benefits: To be discussed upon hiring
Start Date: November 1, 2026

A private family in Ridgewood, NJ, is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and dependable Family Assistant to help manage household logistics, scheduling, vendors, travel arrangements, and family-related administrative responsibilities. The ideal candidate is a strong problem solver who can anticipate needs, manage multiple priorities, and keep household operations running smoothly.

Main Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and book family travel arrangements
• Manage household service providers, including landscapers, housekeepers, painters, handymen, and other vendors
• Schedule, coordinate, and oversee household maintenance and service appointments
• Assist with household projects and track progress through completion
• Manage children’s sports and activity schedules
• Complete registrations, applications, forms, and related administrative tasks for children’s activities
• Maintain organized household calendars, records, and schedules
• Communicate with vendors, service providers, and family members regarding appointments and household needs
• Follow up on outstanding tasks and ensure deadlines are met
• Assist with errands and general household logistics as needed
• Proactively identify issues and help resolve them efficiently
• Maintain discretion and confidentiality at all times

Required Qualities:

• Highly reliable, punctual, and responsive
• Proactive and able to anticipate household needs
• Strong problem-solving ability and sound judgment
• Excellent attention to detail and follow-through
• Able to work independently and prioritize effectively
• Comfortable managing multiple responsibilities at once
• Organized, efficient, and deadline-conscious
• Discreet and respectful of the family’s privacy

Qualifications:

• Previous experience as a Family Assistant, Personal Assistant, Household Manager, or in a similar role
• Strong administrative and organizational skills
• Experience coordinating vendors, schedules, and household projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Able to successfully complete a background check
• Strong professional references
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

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