Job Description
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Assistant Organizer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for helping clients create organized, functional, and aesthetically pleasing spaces. This role involves working closely with the Lead Organizer and clients to understand their needs, following customized organizing plans, and implementing effective solutions to declutter and organize various spaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist clients and Lead Organizer(s) in sorting through belongings to determine what to keep, donate, or discard
- Perform hands-on organizing solutions, including arranging, labeling, categorizing, and color-coding items
- Pack and unpack items during moves or relocations, ensuring items are organized and accessible
- Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of work areas before, during, and after each project
- Communicate effectively with clients and team members to ensure project goals are met on time and within scope
- Provide exceptional customer service and support throughout the organizing process
Qualifications
- 1-2 years working in a similar position (home organizing, closet design, etc.)
- Flexible, day-time availability
- Compassionate, non-judgmental, upbeat, and positive attitude
- Honest, trustworthy, reliable, and punctual
- Exceptional attention to detail and time management skills
- Have a clean, professional appearance and attitude
- Love diving into big messes and taking care of small, tedious tasks
- Excellent at organizing, folding, filing, color coding, and labeling
- Experience packing a home
- Have an eye for style, design, and function in the home
- Aren’t afraid to get their hands a little dirty!
- Ability to take high quality photos is a plus
- Can lift up to 30 pounds, bend, reach, and navigate stairs, and have no physical limitations
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Creative problem-solving abilities
- Proficiency in using organizing tools and software
Education
- High school diploma or equivalent required; a degree in interior design, psychology, or a related field is a plus
Key Competencies
Attention to Detail
- Ability to focus on the minutiae of organizing and ensure all aspects are addressed
Empathy and Patience
- Understand clients’ emotional attachment to belongings and provide support with sensitivity
Flexibility and Adaptability
- Adjust plans and approaches based on client feedback and changing needs
Physical Stamina
- Ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and arranging items
Additional Requirements
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Ability to pass a background check and provide at least (3) three professional references
- Availability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends if needed
Earning Potential
- Compensation starts at $20/hr with opportunities for advancement
Employment Type
- Freelance: This is a freelance position for an independent contractor to work on an as-needed basis with frequency expected to increase as the business grows