Household Chief of Staff
Single Family Office
Household Chief of Staff jobs in San Diego, CA present a rare opportunity to support a confidential single-family office at a pivotal stage of growth. This role is ideal for a highly organized, systems-oriented professional who thrives in a high-expectation environment and enjoys bringing structure to complex household and lifestyle operations across multiple residences. If you are a seasoned operator with strong estate management or family office experience and are seeking meaningful ownership and long-term partnership, we want to hear from you.
Why this role stands out
Highly visible and impactful role within a private family office environment
Build structure, implement systems, and shape long-term household operations from day one
Principals are loyal and relationship-oriented, seeking a long-term trusted partner
Multiple properties across San Diego, Lake Tahoe, and New York City
Real ownership over renovation and property projects with direct oversight
What we’re looking for in a household chief of staff
Household chief of staff key responsibilities
Household operations
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the primary residence and broader household ecosystem
- Serve as the central coordination point for household staff, vendors, contractors, and service providers
- Build and implement systems, workflows, and processes to improve efficiency and reduce friction
- Oversee administrative aspects of household operations including memberships, scheduling, deliveries, and records
- Identify opportunities to streamline recurring household and lifestyle tasks
Multi-property and travel coordination
- Coordinate logistics across multiple residences including San Diego, Lake Tahoe, New York City, and future locations
- Coordinate hospitality and guest logistics, ensuring homes are prepared for family and visitors
- Ensure consistent follow-through across all moving parts while maintaining a calm, solutions-oriented presence
Renovation and project management
- Manage household projects including renovations, maintenance, and home improvements
- Monitor timelines, vendor progress, site activity, and approvals and payments
Principal partnership and strategic support
- Partner closely with principals to anticipate needs and reduce decision fatigue
- Operate as a true right hand within the private household environment with significant ownership across operations, projects, and long-term planning
- Build long-term trust and integrate naturally into a dynamic family environment
Who this role is right for
This opportunity is ideal for a seasoned professional seeking to operate as a true right hand within a private household environment, with significant ownership across operations, projects, and long-term planning. The role offers the ability to create lasting impact while building a trusted partnership with the principals. Professionals exploring household chief of staff roles in San Diego, estate manager opportunities, or family office leadership positions will find this role especially compelling.