What are the responsibilities and job description for the Personal Assitant - Part Time position at Strategic Operations Advisor?
About the Role
Our client is a private family seeking a reliable, proactive, and discreet Part-Time Personal Assistant (15-20 Hours Per Week)to support household operations, run errands, and provide flexible personal assistance. This hands-on role combines administrative support, household management, and lifestyle coordination in a dynamic environment.
About you
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, resourceful, and enjoys creating order while anticipating needs. You’ll handle a variety of tasks—from coordinating vendors to running errands and assist with planning events—with professionalism, warmth, and full ownership. The majority of the position will focus on every day tasks and to do lists.
The Ideal Candidate
- Thrives in a varied, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same.
- Is proactive, anticipates needs, and takes full ownership of tasks from start to finish.
- Enjoys both high-level coordination (e.g., managing contractors) and hands-on errands (e.g., grocery runs).
- Brings positive energy, warmth, and a service-minded attitude.
- Is flexible, resourceful, and comfortable working independently with minimal direction.
Schedule and Location
Hours: 15-20 hours per week, primarily Monday-Friday during daytime hours (flexible within 9am-5pm). Occasional weekend or evening availability for events or as-needed support is required.
Location: In-person in the McKinney area. Frequent local driving for errands and appointments is expected.
Compensation
Competitive hourly rate $20-$23 per hour, paid via direct deposit. This is a contractor (1099) position.
Start Date: Targeting January 2026.
Key Responsibilities
Household Management & Projects
- Assist with day-to-day household operations to ensure the home runs smoothly.
- Run errands, dry cleaning, pet care, groceries
- Assist with home projects; coordinate contractors, vendors, landscapers, and timelines.
- Coordinate yard/exterior maintenance and household vendors (e.g., cleaning, pool, or repair services).
Errands & Personal Support
- Handle routine errands: grocery shopping, dry cleaning, alterations, returns, prescriptions, and local pickups.
- Manage vehicle maintenance (scheduling service, inspections, repairs).
- Provide occasional dog care (walks, vet visits, grooming, general care).
Event & Lifestyle Support
- Assist with planning gatherings, parties, and dinners (from intimate to larger events).
- Assist with personal projects such as creating scrapbooks or memory books.
- Offer flexible “and more” support for evolving household and family needs.
Additional Support (as needed)
- Light organization, inventory management, and basic meal planning/preparation.
- Travel arrangements and calendar coordination.
Qualifications & Requirements
- At least 2–5 years of relevant experience as a Personal Assistant, Household Manager, Executive Assistant, or similar role (experience managing your own family household counts!).
- Strong organizational, multitasking, and problem-solving abilities.
- Tech-savvy: Proficiency with Mac/Apple products, Microsoft Office/Google Workspace, spreadsheets, online
ordering, and scheduling tools.
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and high level of discretion/confidentiality.
- Ability to multitask and adapt to changing priorities.
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a full background check.
- Eligible to work in the U.S.
- Physically able to handle errands, light lifting, and occasional pet care.
How to Apply
Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, and your weekly availability. References will be requested for qualified candidates.
We look forward to hearing from candidates who are excited to make a meaningful difference in supporting a private household!Tips: Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.
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