House Manager

Sage-Haus; Ashland (OR); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Sage-Haus in Ashland, Oregon is seeking a part-time House Manager to oversee daily routines, pet care, and household operations for a busy private home.

The role emphasizes independence, discretion with animals, light errands, meal support, and coordinating with the family schedule. Flexibility is appreciated to maintain a calm, organized home.

Qualifications

• Must love animals and be comfortable with a wide variety of pets (cats, dogs, chickens, exotic animals).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., bulk pet supply bags).
• Ability to navigate approximately 13 stairs regularly.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation.
• Maintain a smoke-free environment.
• Maintain a substance-free environment.
• Fragrance-free: no synthetic perfumes; natural or essential oil scents welcome.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• CPR and first aid certification is a plus, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Inventory & errands: shop for groceries at designated stores, restock pantry and supplies, manage running lists, complete pet supply runs, handle returns and mail, break down boxes and transport recyclables in family vehicle.
• Meal support: prepare simple lunches/dinners, cook in batches for leftovers, prepare baby purées and nourishing stock, clean up kitchen after cooking.
• Household organization & maintenance: maintain organization systems, daily resets of main areas, light tidying, prep home before cleaners, prep replacement batteries, etc.
• Deep cleaning & special projects: periodic deep cleaning of fridge/oven/baseboards, clean humidifiers/air purifiers, assist with organizational projects.
• Laundry & linens: fold, rotate and store laundry; refresh sheets/towels; keep laundry area tidy.
• Pet care: assist with litter box, feeding, seasonal cleaning of animal enclosures, coordinate vet/grooming visits.
• Vehicle upkeep: schedule routine maintenance as needed.
• Personal assistant tasks: scheduling appointments.

Skills

Animal care

Independence

Discretion

Communication

Job description

House Manager

Location: Ashland, OR 97520

Employment Type: Part-time, 15–20 hours per week

Schedule: The preferred schedule is Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, with Tuesday availability also welcome. Shifts will generally fall between 9:00–10:00 AM and 5:00 PM, with some flexibility around the exact start time. Thursdays are not needed.

Compensation: $30–$40 per hour based on experience

Start Date: ASAP

Requirements

• Must love animals and be fully comfortable caring for a wide variety of pets, including cats, dogs, chickens, and exotic animals
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs (e.g., bulk pet supply bags)
• Ability to navigate approximately 13 stairs regularly throughout the workday
• Valid driver's license and reliable personal transportation
• Maintain a smoke-free environment
• Maintain a substance-free environment
• Fragrance-free: no synthetic perfumes or heavily scented products; natural or essential oil-based scents are welcome
• Must be authorized to work in the United States
• CPR and first aid certification is a plus, but not required

About Our Family

We are a small, close-knit family nestled in the woods outside of Ashland, Oregon — a home that runs on intention, clean living, and a deep love for animals. Our household includes a happy baby, sprawling and beloved animals (cats, dogs, chickens, snake, spider and hamster), and a whole lot of heart. One of us stays home full-time with our daughter; the other works from a separate on-property space most days.

We eat clean, live chemical-free, and approach life with an open, spiritual mindset. Our home reflects who we are — warm, earthy, and full of life — and we take pride in the systems and rhythms we've built to keep it running well. We have strong systems in place to help create a calm energy throughout the house and look forward to maintaining those.

We are looking for someone who thrives working independently, brings focus and positive energy to the space, and genuinely loves what they do. The right person won't need to be managed — they'll arrive, assess, and get to work, making our home hum without us having to think about it. This is a household that values quiet competence, accountability, and a deep respect for boundaries. We want our home in great hands so we can be fully present for the moments that matter most.

Who You Are / What We're Looking For

You are a professional by nature — punctual, detail-oriented, and quietly excellent at what you do. You don't wait to be told what needs doing; you notice and handle it. You are an introvert at heart, or at the very least someone who understands the value of professional boundaries in a private home. You show up, do the work, and give the family the space to simply enjoy their day to day routines.

You are an animal lover through and through. Not just comfortable with pets — genuinely delighted by them, even the unique ones. You're the kind of person who considers caring for animals a privilege, not a chore.

Comfort and ease around babies and children is important to us. While this role does not currently include direct childcare, we’re excited about the possibility of growing our family in the near future. We’d love to welcome someone into our home who genuinely enjoys children and would be happy to be part of our household as our family grows and evolves.

You communicate clearly and directly, take feedback as a gift, and follow through on what you say you'll do. You are health-conscious and aligned with a clean, organic, intentional lifestyle. You are open-minded and comfortable in a spiritually expressive home environment. You don't need constant direction, check-ins, or hand-holding — you take ownership and bring pride to your work.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory & Errands

• Shop for groceries at designated organic and specialty stores
• Restock pantry, fridge, and household supplies; monitor and rotate expiration dates
• Manage running household supply lists; flag what's low and keep the home fully stocked
• Complete pet supply runs, including bulk cat litter and live feeder insects
• Handle returns (Amazon, etc.), mail, and package intake
• Break down boxes and transport recyclables to the drop-off location in town using the family vehicle

Meal Support

• Prepare simple lunches and dinners following recipes provided by the family; three to four meals a week
• Cook in double batches to ensure leftovers are available
• Prepare baby purees and nourishing meat stock using provided recipes
• Clean up and maintain the kitchen after cooking

Household Organization & Maintenance

• Maintain existing household organization systems established by the family's professional organizer
• Complete daily resets of main living areas: kitchen, living room, laundry room
• Perform light tidying throughout the home: dishes, surfaces, vacuuming high-traffic areas
• Prepare the home before weekly cleaner visits
• Assist with homemade cleaning supply preparation (family uses their own formulas)
• Coordinate and drop off donations
• Track and replace batteries, light bulbs, and smoke detectors as needed
• Care for indoor plants
• Freshen up entryways, mudroom, and garage as needed

Deep Cleaning & Special Projects

• Perform occasional deep cleaning of the fridge, oven, and baseboards
• Clean humidifiers and air purifiers monthly
• Assist with organizational projects (lifting, carrying, rotating items)

Laundry & Linens

• Fold and put away laundry (family handles washing)
• Rotate linens: change and refresh sheets and towels
• Maintain a tidy and well-stocked laundry room

Pet Care

• Assist with cat litter cleaning during each shift
• Assist with animal feeding as needed during shifts (dinner typically around 3:00–3:30 PM)
• Assist with seasonal cleaning and maintenance of animal tanks (tarantula, hamster, snake) as needed
• Assist with seasonal chicken coop tasks alongside the family
• Schedule and coordinate veterinary and grooming appointments; transport pets as needed (can use family truck)
• Maintain pet supply inventory
• Occasional help with house and pet sitting for all animals

Vehicle Upkeep

• Schedule routine maintenance as needed (oil changes, tire rotations)

Personal Assistant Tasks

• Scheduling appointments