We are looking for a long term, polished, kind personal assistant for a wonderful client in Portland, Oregon. The perfect person will be able to offer 15-20 hours per week, every week with a very flexible schedule. The previous assistant has been there for 30+ years and will give you a lay of the land. The client lives near the Portland Zoo and is looking for an assistant who can handle the following: LOVING dogs-the client has 3 golden retrievers that are her babies. You will love on them, occasionally walk them and take them to the groomer/vet. They are very kind, gentle dogs and a dog lover is very important to this client. Running errands and taking care of household inventory to include household essentials and groceries. Bill pay/Quickbooks knowledge in order to keep track of and manage a household budget. Working with a family office. Tracking and managing charitable donations to local organizations to include research and working with a family office. Caring for the garden/occasional hands on watering and very light weeding (there is a full service that comes once a week to care for the lawn/yard). Picking up mail, returning and accepting packages. Overseeing household vendors and working with a houseman. Seasonal decorating inside of the home. Cooking/meal prep twice a week for the client (simple lunches and dinners or assistance with preparation). Having an eye for detail. Taking vehicles in for service and gassing as needed. This role is looking to hire by January 2nd with training prior to that by the current assistant. This is a LOVELY client and we are looking for someone well organized and kind with excellent references. Pay DOE, hourly + a few days PTO.