Family Assistant (Full-time) Seattle

Family Assistant – Shoreline, WA – Reference WC-4244
Pay Rate: $85,000 Annually ($40.86 Per Hour)
Start Date: Immediate
Hours: Monday–Friday, 40 hours per week
Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Healthcare Contribution

Job Details
We are seeking on behalf of our client in Shoreline a highly organized and proactive Family Assistant to support the smooth operation of their household and assist with the care, scheduling, and daily needs of their two teenage children. This role is ideal for a candidate who enjoys working independently, managing household logistics, coordinating activities and appointments, and serving as a dependable extension of busy parents.

Responsibilities
Responsibilities include supporting two teenage children with daily schedules, transportation, appointments, extracurricular activities, school-related needs, and other commitments. The Family Assistant will manage and maintain family calendars, coordinate transportation, assist with scheduling and logistics, and help ensure the household runs efficiently.

Household responsibilities include coordinating travel arrangements, overseeing vendors and service providers, running errands, shopping, handling returns, maintaining household inventories, and assisting with laundry, wardrobe organization, and organizational projects throughout the home. Additional duties include meal planning and light meal preparation, coordinating vehicle maintenance, managing household services, and supporting overall household operations in partnership with housekeeping staff.

The Family Assistant will also provide care and support for the family's two dogs, including walks, feeding, transportation to veterinary or grooming appointments, and coordinating other pet-related needs.

Occasional flexibility for evening hours, overnight care, additional support during family travel, and special events may be required.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience as a Family Assistant, Household Manager, Personal Assistant, or similar private-home position
• Experience supporting families with teenage or school-aged children
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification preferred
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and scheduling platforms
• High level of technology literacy and organizational ability
• Exceptional attention to detail, initiative, and follow-through
• Comfortable working independently and managing multiple priorities
• Professional, discreet, and service-oriented demeanor
• Comfortable caring for and managing the needs of family pets, including two dogs
• Excellent references from previous private-home positions

The Woodford Agency
450 Alaskan Way S., Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98104
www.thewoodfordagency.com 

Licensed Employment Agency – License #2407