Domestic Personal Assistant - Van Beek Natural Science

1. Full time, Monday – Friday, 8AM – 5PM, 40 hours a week. 

Job Summary: 

Jump into the warm and welcoming environment of our family residence in Orange City, IA as the House Coordinator. Partnering closely with a House Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring our home is both delightful and organized. If you have a passion for making spaces shine, enjoy a dash of culinary flair, and cherish teamwork, we'd be thrilled to meet you! 

Responsibilities: 

1. Housekeeping and Cleaning: 

 - Collaborate with 2-3 part-time housekeepers, making every corner of our home feel special. 

- Tackle tasks such as vacuuming, dusting, and caring for items that have their own stories to tell. 

- Check linens and household items regularly, ensuring comfort and coziness. 

- Ensure our space is always "guest-ready" — a place we're proud to call home. 

2. Laundry and Organization: 

- Share in laundry adventures, giving TLC to both daily wear and those special occasion outfits. 

- Tidy up spaces, find new organization hacks, and ensure our rooms always beckon for a restful break. 

- Dress bed with clean linen, turning them into cozy havens at the end of the day. 

3. Food Shopping & Preparation: 

- Embark on weekly grocery runs, keeping our home stocked with all the good stuff. 

- Whip up meals, delighting the family with both nutrition and taste. 

- Become the master of the kitchen domain — organizing the pantry and keeping food safety top-notch. 

4. Administrative and Personal Assistant Tasks: 

- Occasionally jot down a letter, help map out travel itineraries when needed, and keep track of household must-haves. 

- Manage the mail, ensure smooth returns, and build strong ties with our vendors. 

- Be our go-to for the odd online purchase or the fun task of planning gifts and sending out cards. 

- Add your magic touch to small gatherings, turning them into memorable events. 

Other duties as assigned to support the organization. 

5. Examples of tasks: 

- Jazz up spaces with bi-weekly floral arrangements or a new decor idea. 

- Quench the thirst of our indoor/outdoor plants, adding life to our rooms. 

- Put on the planner hat for occasional personal events, making them the talk of the town. 

- Keep our vehicles gleaming and ready to roll. 

- Brainstorm and execute thoughtful gifting ideas, ensuring every present is wrapped in love. 

- Safeguard a respectful and private atmosphere for everyone. 

- Always be ready to sprinkle a bit of joy wherever needed! 

Physical Requirements: 

- Comfort in light physical tasks, such as bending, lifting, and moving around the house. 

- Ability to occasionally lift items, roughly up to 50 lbs. 

Requirements: 

- Highschool diploma or certification. If you have a history in a similar role is a plus, but we're eager to train someone who's the right fit? Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or nursing degrees a plus. 

- Tech-friendly, knowing your way around basic tools and platforms. 

- A valid driver’s license and a trusty vehicle. 

- Clear background check and legal eligibility to work in the U.S. 

- Positive references from past roles. 

Compensation and Benefits: 

$20.00 to $25.00 / hour, negotiable with experience

- Comprehensive health package including dental, vision, health insurance, HRA, HSA, short/long-term disability, life insurance, and more. 

- Celebrate your birthday with treats, earn travel vouchers, enjoy employee discounts, a phone, uniforms, a laptop, fun annual and monthly gatherings. 

- A generous 401k plan to look forward to the future.