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I am a 44-year-old professional artist with electric and chemical sensitivities and chronic health problems. I am looking to fill a personal/professional assistant position to begin immediately. Those who are highly organized, self-motivated, creative, detail-oriented with a streak of OCD are encouraged to apply. Assistants work in my home and in a separate office space/casita in the Arroyo Hondo neighborhood of Santa Fe, about 15-20 min from city center.
The schedule to be filled is 4-5 days a week (Monday or Tuesday – Friday), 12pm - 8pm. If the most qualified candidate would like to work fewer than four days, I may hire two applicants to cover the shifts. Please reply with your availability, indicating which/how many days you would like to work. Days are flexible, but time slot (noon - 8pm) is firm. On occasion, I may need you to stay late or substitute for a fellow assistant. Flexibility is appreciated.
Job includes but is not limited to:
Communicating on my behalf (handwritten dictation for emails and written correspondence)
Writing/editing projects
Phone calls, appointment scheduling
Errands (including grocery shopping)
Occasional household tasks (e.g., cooking, dishwashing, laundry, dog care, etc.)
Driving (vehicle provided)
Internet research on various topics
Networking and marketing
Creative collaboration
Occasional personal/custodial care, as my health and physical strength dictate
Providing additional oversight for weekend/evening assistants
Qualifications and Requirements:
Written correspondence is a major component of this position, and you MUST have an impeccable grasp of
grammar, spelling, and syntax. Please reflect this in your application materials.
Scent-free: no scented laundry detergents, hair products, personal products
Excellent tech and troubleshooting skills; fast, accurate typist; skilled in use of Mac, iPhone, Dropbox, Excel, Google, printer/scanner
Valid driver’s license and good driving record
Capable of moderate lifting
Prior experience in similar positions
Proactive, self-starter; be able to plan ahead, anticipate potential issues and needs
Highly organized, good memory, excellent tracking and note-taking skills, attention to detail
Excellent communicator, oral and written; ability to accept and integrate feedback
Flexibility and willingness to jump in wherever needed, to perform tasks ranging from administrative
support to dog cleanup
Optimistic, easygoing, grounded, reliable
Because this position requires that I occasionally be physically assisted in private/vulnerable situations, preference will be given to female applicants, per BFOQ
To Apply:
Please send RESUME AND POSITION-SPECIFIC COVER LETTER describing your interest and qualifications.
Applications will not be considered complete without both a cover letter and resume
In your cover letter, please:
include examples of strategies you use to stay organized
describe what COVID-19 precautions you and your household are taking
indicate your availability (which consecutive days from Monday to Friday you are available from 12pm – 8 pm)
Please note the following:
Eligible candidates will have a preliminary phone interview with a current assistant, then be invited to an in-
person interview and trial period
Professional references will be required for those who advance to the interview stage
Background check will be required
Minimum one-year commitment requested
All wages are paid through payroll
No benefits/holiday pay
During this time of heightened risk of exposure to COVID-19, you (and your household) must be willing to
practice social distancing and be vigilant about reducing your exposure, even when official health regulations
relax. I am immunocompromised and am dependent on your caution to avoid the spread of contagion.
Thank you!