Part-Time Housekeeper Needed 2-3 Days/Week- Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park)

Part-Time Housekeeper needed for single family home in Chicago, IL (Lincoln Park). Schedule will be 10-20 hours/week and can be split into either 2 or 3 days. Housekeeper will be responsible for assisting a stay-at-home mom with the upkeep of the home, including but not limited to:

• Wash laundry/fold/put away clothes and organize closets/drawers
• Make beds and wash linens/towels
• Sweep and wash floors
• Clean bathrooms and showers
• Dust furniture/shutters
• Maintain kitchen (wiping down counters, unloading dishwasher, cleaning refrigerator, etc.)
• Watering indoor/outdoor plants

Applicants must have 2+ years experience as a Housekeeper, be child-friendly (two young boys), pet-friendly (family has one dog), and speak conversational English. A driver's license is not required. Compensation is $20-25/hour, DOE. To apply or for more details, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com. 

Private Chef Needed for Drop Off Meals- Chicago, IL (Gold Coast)

Private Chef needed for single Principal in Chicago, IL (Gold Coast) to prepare drop-off meals on-call. Chef will be responsible for preparing 1-2 meals/day when Principal is in residence and delivering them 1-2/week. Ideal candidate is incredibly flexible and should be looking to pick up extra work, but be open to an inconsistent schedule as the Principal can often be out of town for weeks at a time. This is a great opportunity for a Chef who already has a steady clientele or performs similar drop-off services. 

Applicants must have experience with a variety of cuisines and dietary restrictions (Lifespan knowledge a big plus). Compensation will be paid as a day rate inclusive of groceries, so please include your rates when applying. All inquiries and applications may be submitted to info@alteregoconcierge.com. Start date is asap.

Vice President of Human Resources- Chicago, IL

Private finance firm seeking a Vice President of Human Resources in Chicago, IL. The VP-HR will be responsible for all areas of HR functions within the organization, including but not limited to:

• developing and implementing policies
• sourcing, staffing and retaining top talent
• employee relations and performance reviews
• payroll and benefits
• compliance and employment practices

Applicants must possess the following for consideration:

• Must have 10-15 years experience in an HR leadership role
• Bachelor’s (or advanced) degree (HR or other relevant field preferred)
• HR Certifications
• Exceptional phone skills, recruiting, interviewing skills, people skills, and project management skills
• Must support diversity and adhere to Employment Laws
• Must be results driven, professional, organized, and detail oriented

 Please note, this position is open to relocation and candidates out-of-state who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply. Compensation is commensurate with experience. Applications may be submitted via email to info@alteregoconcierge.com.

Full-Time Nanny Needed for Infant Twins- Chicago, IL (River North)

Full-Time Nanny needed to assist stay-at-home mom with care of infant twins in Chicago, IL (River North). Schedule is 40 hours per week (typically Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm, but flexibility is needed. Family is looking for a wonderful career Nanny who wants to grow with them for years to come, and who is flexible/willing to pitch in wherever needed.

Duties include but are not limited to: 

Engaging the children in age-appropriate activities such as reading, playing, and teaching

Scheduling appointments, play dates, driving to/from activities, etc.

Light housekeeping such as unloading and loading dishwasher, children's laundry, picking up and sanitizing the children’s room/ play areas, errands, etc.

Travel with family both domestically and internationally a few times/year

Ideal Nanny is professional, reliable, loving, caring, creative, upbeat, and energetic. All applicants must be comfortable with occasional travel and willingness to work some weekends is a plus; a valid driver’s license is preferred; twin experience is a priority but not a deal breaker. Salary is commensurate with experience. Start date is ASAP but flexible for the right candidate. To apply or for more details, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com. 

Full-Time Nanny needed in May 2016- Chicago, IL

Private family in Chicago, IL is seeking a full-time Nanny for long-term position caring for one infant. Schedule is 5 days/week (Monday-Friday), and includes two half-days (Monday and Friday) and three longer days (Tuesday-Thursday). Hours are as follows:

Monday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Tuesday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm

Wednesday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm

Thursday: 6:00 am – 7:00 pm

Friday: 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

•   The overall care and development of one child

•   Engaging the child in age-appropriate activities

•   Registering/scheduling age-appropriate classes

•   Light cleaning and organizing

Ideal Nanny is professional, reliable, communicative, empathetic, creative, and warm. All applicants must be CPR and first-aid certified, pet-friendly (dog), able to drive and comfortable with occasional travel. Candidates must have 3+ years of infant experience and be willing to accommodate a flexible schedule for two working parents. Salary is commensurate with experience and benefits may be offered. Start date will ideally be in May 2016, but may be flexible for the right person. 

Administrative Assistant needed for private investment firm in Chicago, IL (Loop)

Administrative Assistant needed for a private investment company in Chicago, IL. Assistant will support 4 analysts, and serve as the main point of contact for the office personnel. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to:

-Greeting office visitors (in person and over the phone)

-Calendar scheduling and maintenance

-Directing phone calls for all analysts

-Coordinating travel for analysts

-Preparing meeting materials and expense reports

-Providing general administrative support

-Running errands (occasionally some personal)

-Keep stock of office inventory

Candidate must have 2+ years of administrative support experience and be Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Outlook and Excel) proficient. Candidate must have excellent verbal, interpersonal, and written communication skills and have a strong attention to detail. Salary is DOE + an excellent benefits package. To apply or for more information, please e-mail info@alteregoconcierge.com.

Family Assistant needed for year-round position in Rancho Mirage, CA

Private couple in Rancho Mirage, CA, is seeking a Family Assistant to join their team year-round. The couple is in residence for approximately 6 months/year so the Assistant will primarily focus on house management duties for the family’s two local residences during the off-season. Please note: this position is live-out only; family is not considering live-in candidates at this time.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Personal Assistant
• Managing shared and individual calendars for the couple
• Coordinating and accompanying Principals’ to meetings and various appointments
• Assisting with travel plans as needed
• Personal shopping and errands (dry cleaners, post office, drug store, etc.)
• House Management
• Managing and maintaining two private residences
• Scheduling and overseeing vendors (repairs, routine maintenance, etc.)
• Organizational projects such as creating and maintaining household inventory, etc.
• Routine administrative duties such as bill pay, light bookkeeping, etc.
• General tidying such as loading the dishwasher, straightening up, and taking out the garbage
• Other
• Light meal preparation and cooking (*culinary background preferred but not a deal breaker)
• Caring for and maintaining family automobiles
• Assisting with technology issues as they arise and scheduling the appropriate vendor for repairs when needed

Applicants should be:

• Able to work well on a team or autonomously
• Reliable and able to make a long-term commitment
• Proactive yet listen well to directions
• Flexible and accommodating
• A non-smoker
• A driver with clean record (a car may be provided for use during working hours only)
• Willing to submit to a formal background check and sign a mandatory non-disclosure agreement

Schedule is TBD and requires flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends, but Assistant will likely work on-site from Monday-Friday between 7:30-2:30pm. Compensation is DOE and benefits may be provided. To apply or for more details, please email info@alteregoconcierge.com. Start date is immediate.