Part-Time Personal Assistant / Household Support (10 hrs/week, Los Altos) at Loka

<div><strong>Part-Time Personal Assistant / Household Support (10 hrs/week, Los Altos)<br></strong><br><img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/15.0/apple-medium/1f4cd.png" alt=":round_pushpin:" aria-label="round pushpin emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":round_pushpin:"> <strong>Location:</strong> Los Altos, CA (in-person required)<br>&nbsp;<img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/15.0/apple-medium/1f552.png" alt=":clock3:" aria-label="clock3 emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":clock3:"> <strong>Hours:</strong> ~10 hours/week (flexible schedule)<br>&nbsp;<img style="max-width: 100%;" src="https://a.slack-edge.com/production-standard-emoji-assets/15.0/apple-medium/1f4b0.png" alt=":moneybag:" aria-label="moneybag emoji" data-stringify-emoji=":moneybag:"> <strong>Compensation:</strong> $30–$40/hour depending on experience<br><br><strong>About the Role</strong><br>We’re looking for a reliable and detail-oriented <strong>part-time personal assistant</strong> to support a private household with day-to-day logistics, errands, and coordination tasks.<br><br>This is <strong>not a corporate executive assistant role</strong>. The position focuses on managing household-related responsibilities, coordinating vendors, handling errands, and supporting general personal logistics with a high level of ownership and discretion.<br><br>This role is best suited for someone comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment where tasks vary week to week.<br><br><strong>Responsibilities</strong></div> <ul> <li>Manage errands such as grocery shopping, returns, and package drop-offs</li> <li>Coordinate service providers (electricians, handymen, etc.)</li> <li>Schedule and track household maintenance tasks</li> <li>Pick up, scan, and forward mail as needed</li> <li>Support sourcing household or personal items</li> <li>Make reservations and handle small logistics requests</li> <li>Assist with occasional transportation-related tasks</li> <li>Help coordinate pet-related logistics when needed</li> </ul> <div><strong>Schedule &amp; Availability</strong><br>Approximately <strong>10 hours per week</strong><br>Combination of recurring responsibilities and flexible tasks</div> <ul> <li>Some <strong>on-demand availability (~1–2 hours/week)</strong> expected</li> <li>Occasional weekend support may be helpful but is flexible</li> </ul> <div><strong>Qualifications</strong></div> <ul> <li><strong>4+ years of experience</strong> in a personal assistant, household support, administrative, or similar coordination role</li> <li>Strong organizational and problem-solving skills</li> <li>Ability to manage tasks independently with minimal oversight</li> <li>Reliable communication and follow-through</li> <li>High level of discretion and professionalism</li> <li>Valid driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required</li> </ul> <div><strong>Additional Information</strong></div> <ul> <li>In-person availability in Los Altos is required</li> <li>Mileage reimbursement will be provided when using a personal vehicle for work-related errands</li> <li>Comfortable working in a household environment with a dog present</li> <li>Confidentiality agreement required</li> <li>This is a contractor-style hourly position</li> </ul>