Domestic Couple required to manage large private property - Muskoka, ON

Estate Couple required to proactively manage all aspects of a multi-dwelling estate including but not limited to property maintenance and renovations, liaising with contractors and service providers, manage household staff, coordinate small and large events, manage household spending, provide concierge services and additional projects as required. The position is full-time and live-in.

While the Employer has a preference for an Estate Couple, they will consider splitting the position between a single Estate Manager and a single Executive Housekeeper.

Location: Muskoka, Ontario

Schedule: Monday to Friday, but flexibility required

 Property Manager's Duties & Responsibilities:

• Proactively create, maintain, implement, and administer all schedules for monthly, seasonal, and annual maintenance for the interior and exterior of the estate and addressing all maintenance issues appropriately.

• Manage all construction, renovation, systems upgrade, and landscaping projects.

• Schedule, negotiate with and supervise contractors and vendors, while monitoring access to the estate property.

• Ensure security measures and protocols are in place and the estate is secure at all times.

• Establish and maintain high service standards; hire, manage, develop and train staff; plan and execute cross training for new employees.

• Schedule assignments and projects to estate staff based on the event calendar and when the principal and/or guests are expected.  

• Hire, train and manage staff on an as-needed basis

• Management of standards and protocols for staff

• Plan and execute requirements for special events including attending to all necessary service arrangements, housekeeping coverage, catering (as required), reservations and other requests.

• Administer and approve purchase orders, invoices and time sheets, charge accounts and expenses, and other reports and documentation.

• Budget and monitor property expenses, including preparing monthly expense reports for the Principal and/or Director, of Properties.

• Enforce the dress code, grooming standards, and other policies and standards for all staff.

• Manage care of valuables such as automobiles, boats, artwork, and other valuables.

• Accomplish additional tasks, projects, and assignments, as determined on a periodic basis by the Principal and/or Director, of Properties.

Skills and Aptitudes:

• A minimum of 5 years of previous experience working in a semi-formal style of residence in a management position

• Experience managing others – setting expectations, motivating staff, performance management

• Excellent property management skills and knowledge of local vendors, contractors, trades, an asset

• Tactical experience with HVAC, security systems, and general maintenance

• Must be flexible with work schedules for occasional events

• Confident with a strong customer service orientation

• Exceptional communication skills

• Gracious and handle difficult situations in a professional, calm solution minded manner

• Strong ability to multi-task with excellent time management

• Demonstrate pride and enthusiasm to fulfill requirements

• Self-starter that can work effectively without constant supervision 

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Good computer skills particular with Microsoft Office products

• Individual must have a polished and well-groomed professional appearance

• Must have a valid G-level driver’s license

• Must have an Ontario Pleasure Craft Operator Card (Boating License) or be willing to get one

• Must be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must hold current status to legally work in Canada

Executive Housekeeper's Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilize your exceptional detail oriented housekeeping skills to ensure that estate meets and maintains the high quality standards similar to a five-star hotel.

• Perform daily housekeeping duties to maintain the owner’s standards for housekeeping.  

• Schedule and execute larger cleaning projects on weekly, monthly or annual basis.

• Conduct exterior cleaning and maintenance, of outdoor “living areas” including cleaning of patio furniture, sweeping of walkway etc. 

• Ensure the residence is as pristine and welcoming as possible for the owners and guests.

• Anticipate the needs of the principal and guests in advance of arrival and ensure that all requests are fulfilled in a timely manner.

• Responsible for inventory, ensuring that all items are fully stocked and replenished as required.

• Ensure appropriate care of fine items such as wardrobe, artwork, and other valuables.

• Manage performance, set expectations, delegate assignment to housekeeping staff.  Set up staff schedules, approve time sheets and source temporary staff as required.

• Work respectfully with other household staff to ensure successful operation of the estate.

• Work in support of special events

Skills and Aptitudes:

• Must have previous experience working in a semi-formal style of residence

• Experience managing others – setting expectations, motivating staff, performance management

• Excellent housekeeping & laundry skills and knowledge of cleaning and maintaining luxury surfaces

• Must be flexible with work schedules for occasional events

• Service oriented with strong communication skills

• Gracious and handle difficult situations in a professional, calm solution minded manner

• Strong ability to multi-task with excellent time management 

• Demonstrated pride and enthusiasm to fulfill requirements

• A self-starter that can work effectively without constant supervision

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Individual must have a polished and well-groomed professional appearance

• Must exercise complete discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times

• Must have a valid G-level driver’s license

• Must be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must hold current status to legally work in Canada

Vermont State Parks has a variety of campground volunteer opportunities for 2019! - - Multiple Locations in , VT

Vermont State Parks has over 50 volunteer opportunities in campgrounds and day use areas. Some are in  Killington, Ludlow, Brattleboro, Dorset, Grand Isle, Jamaica, Barnard, Vergennes, Enosburg Falls, Lake Elmore, VT - Killington, Ludlow, Dorset, Grand Isle, Barnard, VT.  Below is a general description of what to expect.

General Park Operations Volunteer Couple

Duties include assisting park staff with day-to-day operations and maintenance tasks. These can include staffing the park entrance station, cleaning campsites and restrooms, mowing lawns, landscaping, painting and general upkeep of park facilities. Volunteers serve as the emergency contact overnight one to two weeknights per week while the resident park ranger is off duty.

All volunteers receive on the job training for all duties. Uniforms and safety equipment provided.

• 30 hours per week, split by a couple. 
• assignments begin in early May and last as long as mid-October.

Volunteers are provided a full hookup site to facilitate their experience.  Actual amenities vary by park.

Innkeepers Needed for Bed and Breakfast- Pagosa Springs, CO - Pagosa Springs, CO

We would like to interview a couple who enjoy meeting people and would love to live in a beautiful house set in a 35 acre property with glorious mountain views in the Spa Town of Pagosa Springs, Colorado.

We have a first class booking reservation system where guests can choose their room, dates and pay online

The successful applicants would be responsible for taking bookings over the telephone, dealing with inquires via email, greeting and generally taking care of guests. Preparing and serving breakfast. Laundry and cleaning.

We would like someone who could take care of the grounds and general maintenance of the house.  All tools and equipment including a skidsteer and a sit on mower

are provided.

The owner wishes to retire but  will happily deal with finances for the running of the property.

Domestic Couple to manage estate - Naples, FL

Estate Couple required to proactively manage all aspects of a multi-dwelling estate including but not limited to property maintenance and renovations, liaising with contractors and service providers, manage household staff, coordinate small and large events, manage household spending, provide concierge services and additional projects as required. The position is full-time and live-in.

While the Employer has a preference for an Estate Couple, they will consider splitting the position between a single Estate Manager and a single Executive Housekeeper.

Location: Naples, Florida

Schedule: Monday to Friday, but flexibility required

 Property Manager's Duties & Responsibilities:

• Proactively create, maintain, implement, and administer all schedules for monthly, seasonal, and annual maintenance for the interior and exterior of the estate and addressing all maintenance issues appropriately.

• Manage all construction, renovation, systems upgrade, and landscaping projects.

• Schedule, negotiate with and supervise contractors and vendors, while monitoring access to the estate property.

• Ensure security measures and protocols are in place and the estate is secure at all times.

• Establish and maintain high service standards; hire, manage, develop and train staff; plan and execute cross training for new employees.

• Schedule assignments and projects to estate staff based on the event calendar and when the principal and/or guests are expected.  

• Hire, train and manage staff on an as-needed basis

• Management of standards and protocols for staff

• Plan and execute requirements for special events including attending to all necessary service arrangements, housekeeping coverage, catering (as required), reservations and other requests.

• Administer and approve purchase orders, invoices and time sheets, charge accounts and expenses, and other reports and documentation.

• Budget and monitor property expenses, including preparing monthly expense reports for the Principal and/or Director, of Properties.

• Enforce the dress code, grooming standards, and other policies and standards for all staff.

• Manage care of valuables such as automobiles, boats, artwork, and other valuables.

• Accomplish additional tasks, projects, and assignments, as determined on a periodic basis by the Principal and/or Director, of Properties.

Skills and Aptitudes:

• A minimum of 5 years of previous experience working in a semi-formal style of residence in a management position

• Experience managing others – setting expectations, motivating staff, performance management

• Excellent property management skills and knowledge of local vendors, contractors, trades, an asset

• Tactical experience with HVAC, security systems, and general maintenance

• Must be flexible with work schedules for occasional events

• Confident with a strong customer service orientation

• Exceptional communication skills

• Gracious and handle difficult situations in a professional, calm solution minded manner

• Strong ability to multi-task with excellent time management

• Demonstrate pride and enthusiasm to fulfill requirements

• Self-starter that can work effectively without constant supervision 

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Good computer skills particular with Microsoft Office products

• Individual must have a polished and well-groomed professional appearance

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driver's abstract

• Florida Boating Safety Education Card is an asset

• Must be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must hold current status to legally work in United States

• Executive Housekeeper's Duties & Responsibilities:

• Utilize your exceptional detail oriented housekeeping skills to ensure that estate meets and maintains the high quality standards similar to a five-star hotel.

• Perform daily housekeeping duties to maintain the owner’s standards for housekeeping.  

• Schedule and execute larger cleaning projects on weekly, monthly or annual basis.

• Conduct exterior cleaning and maintenance, of outdoor “living areas” including cleaning of patio furniture, sweeping of walkway etc. 

• Ensure the residence is as pristine and welcoming as possible for the owners and guests.

• Anticipate the needs of the principal and guests in advance of arrival and ensure that all requests are fulfilled in a timely manner.

• Responsible for inventory, ensuring that all items are fully stocked and replenished as required.

• Ensure appropriate care of fine items such as wardrobe, artwork, and other valuables.

• Manage performance, set expectations, delegate assignment to housekeeping staff.  Set up staff schedules, approve time sheets and source temporary staff as required.

• Work respectfully with other household staff to ensure successful operation of the estate.

• Work in support of special events

Skills and Aptitudes:

• Must have previous experience working in a semi-formal style of residence

• Experience managing others – setting expectations, motivating staff, performance management

• Excellent housekeeping & laundry skills and knowledge of cleaning and maintaining luxury surfaces

• Must be flexible with work schedules for occasional events

• Service oriented with strong communication skills

• Gracious and handle difficult situations in a professional, calm solution minded manner

• Strong ability to multi-task with excellent time management 

• Demonstrated pride and enthusiasm to fulfill requirements

• A self-starter that can work effectively without constant supervision

• Exceptional attention to detail

• Individual must have a polished and well-groomed professional appearance

• Must exercise complete discretion and maintain confidentiality at all times

• Must have a valid driver’s license and clean driver's abstract

• Must be prepared to sign a confidentiality agreement

• Must hold current status to legally work in United States

Strong Property Management Couple Needed - Phoenix, AZ

We are a recruitment firm partnering with Manufactured Home Management Companies nationwide.  We currently have a Community Management opportunity for a strong couple in Phoenix, AZ. 

It is full-time and direct hire.  Competitive compensation and housing are available.  This is a family friendly park.  The park is in the midst of a major rehab, and we are seeking someone with great turnaround experience!  Contact me for more details, including a full job description.

Property Management/Caretaker Couple - Arlington, WA

SEEKING: Property Management/Caretaker Couple

ABOUT OUR MUSEUM:  Our Museum and Pioneer Hall are located in Arlington, Washington, on about 6.9 acres of property, including three ponds and a park with numerous trees.  The key themes of local pioneer life, logging and farming are woven into many of the museum displays.  We also have a series of outbuildings for acquisitions too large to display in the museum, including printing presses, tractors, trucks, and early farming machines.  The museum is open three days a week and frequently hosts special tours and other community events throughout each year.  The Pioneer Hall is a rental facility, available for a wide variety of functions, including weddings, receptions, reunions, meetings, birthdays, etc.

SEEKING: A full time Property Management/Caretaker Couple to be responsible for the daily on-site management of the appearance, cleanliness and security of the Museum, Pioneer Hall, outbuildings and grounds – including administration of all rental activities.

REQUIRED DUTIES AND SKILLS:  Routine lawn mowing & grounds maintenance; light janitorial duties; able to lift up to 70 pounds; daily trips up/down multiple stairs and walking the grounds (unassisted); purchasing necessary maintenance supplies (reimbursed); English language proficiency; making, being present for and managing rental appointments; explaining and administering rental contracts; collecting and accounting for rental deposits and fees; rental record keeping; enforcement of property and rental rules; routine hazard mitigation; general security & initial response for fire and intrusion alarms; writing reports when required.

REQUIRED (other):  As our daily, on-site Agents, you (each) must have professional appearances and demeanors, excellent interpersonal communication skills, current driver’s licenses and no criminal records.

DESIRED SKILLS:  General carpentry/construction skills; ability to perform minor electrical and/or plumbing repairs; small engine & lawnmower maintenance; woodworking experience.

BENEFITS:  FREE ON-SITE LIVING QUARTERS ARE PROVIDED (an unfurnished ~1200sq.ft., 2-bedroom apartment), with basic utilities included.  However, there are NO pay or health insurance benefits, so you must have an existing outside source of income to cover your personal expenses (retirement, Social Security, etc., or other employment that will not conflict with the daily Property Management/Caretaker duties).  This position is year-round (not seasonal), with two weeks of vacation per year.

As our current Property Managers/Caretakers are planning to move out of state, this position is estimated to be vacant / available April (or later) 2019.