Private Individual in Arlington, VA Seeking a Part-Time Personal Assistant
Position: Part-Time, Live-Out Personal Assistant
Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9am – 5pm (25 hours/week; can be flexible)
Salary: $30 – $40/hour DOE
Relocation: No – local candidates only
About the Household
A busy professional woman living in Arlington, VA is seeking a trustworthy, proactive, and discreet Part-Time Personal Assistant to help manage her apartment and day-to-day errands. She works long hours and values having someone she can rely on to keep her home organized and running smoothly. This is a one-adult household with no pets and a calm, respectful environment.
Responsibilities
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Running errands (groceries, returns, dry cleaning, gift purchases, etc.)
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Helping unpack and organize a recently moved-into apartment
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Ongoing organization of closets, kitchen, storage, and living spaces
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Maintaining household order and ensuring the apartment is well-stocked
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Light meal prep (a plus, but not required)
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Supervising and coordinating with the cleaning person
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Taking initiative to identify tasks that make day-to-day life easier
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General personal assistant support related to household management
Ideal Candidate & Personality
The ideal candidate is reliable, calm, friendly, and highly organized. They are proactive, detail-oriented, and take pride in creating peaceful, well-functioning environments. Discretion and trustworthiness are essential. This role is well-suited for someone who enjoys supporting a busy professional and taking ownership of household-related tasks with minimal direction.
Requirements
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Prior experience in a personal assistant, house manager, or similar household role
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Excellent references
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Legal to work in the United States
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Valid driver’s license and own reliable vehicle
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Strong organizational and time-management skills
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Discreet, dependable, and comfortable working independently
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Calm, mellow demeanor and professional communication style