Household CEO Job Description

This description is for Household CEO.  This person is responsible for household maintenance, operations, decor, health and safety.  This person takes responsibility for the well-being of all household members including, but not limited to, children, spouses and pets.  The Household CEO is also responsible for the care and feeding of all guests.

Daily responsibilities are varied and directly dependent upon the tasks of the other Household members.  The CEO must be flexible and embrace change at every step.  The CEO will not be limited to a regular schedule but must be available at all times.  It is not required but desired that all CEO candidates have 8 arms.

Maintenance my include but is not limited to the following:

• Cleaning of all rooms including the garage or any other outer buildings.  Cleaning will include dusting, vacuuming, mopping of floors, scrubbing all bathroom fixtures (toilet, tubs, sinks and mirrors), cleaning windows, sweeping walkways and driveways.  Cleaning will also include extra duties that are not consistent, such as, oiling wood surfaces, cleaning carpets and polishing silver.
• Fixing broken things.  The CEO may or may not possess the skill/talent to fix items or structural issues within the house.  If the CEO is capable they may choose to fix something themselves.  If it requires more knowledge than that of the CEO then they will be responsible for hiring the contractor who will perform the work.  The CEO is also responsible for inspecting the work of the contractor and making sure that all work is done properly before payment is issued.
• Yardwork also falls under the auspice of Maintenance.  The CEO may choose to perform yardwork themselves or hire a contractor.  Ultimately the CEO is responsible for making sure that all yardwork is done in a timely manner.  The CEO is responsible for daily, monthly and yearly cleaning of yard debris.

Operations of the household is primarily the responsibility of the CEO and include:

• Financial management is the primary responsibility under the operations heading.  The CEO must maintain a budget that allows for all maintenance, care and upgrades to the family home.  This includes items necessary for the feeding, care and grooming of family members.
• Recognition of family and friends is the responsibility of the CEO.  When a gift, for any occasion, is necessary the CEO will choose, wrap and ship the gift.  The CEO will be responsible for notifying other family members of recognition opportunities of others.
• Research of potential household requirements.  The CEO will take the time to learn everything necessary to make an educated decision when purchasing anything for the home.  They will utilize consumer opinions from the internet as well as visit stores that carry the item for comparison.
• Daily activities that keep the household organized and running smoothly such as making beds, laundry, sorting mail, dishes and taking care of pets.

Decor for the home is the responsibility of the CEO and may include but is not limited to the following:

• The look of the family home is the responsibility of the CEO.  After the initial decoration period the CEO may choose to update some items to keep the home fresh and current.  
• The budget for the household decor will be kept by the CEO.  Within that budget the CEO will not only have to make decisions about upgrades but also about replacements for worn items and the purchase of additions to the decor.
• Seasonal decorations will be the primary responsibility of the CEO.  However, other family members may be engaged in some seasonal preparations as determined by the CEO.

The Health and Safety of the family members is primarily the responsibility of the CEO with support and occasional help from other family members:

• The majority of meals will be the responsibility of the CEO.  The CEO will analyze the nutritional content, calories and fat of all meals.  The CEO will balance meals to provide the healthiest, overall benefits to family members.  
• Packaging of meals for other family members to carry with them to school or work.  The CEO will not only pack the meals for other family members but will also make sure that the nutritional benefits are present to make the meal optimal for the family member.  When said family member forgets their packed lunch, the CEO will make other arrangements with them or deliver the meal.
• CEO is responsible for maintaining the safety of the home.  Analyzing cleaning product content, changing air filters, clearing of items in walkways and anything else that could be hazardous to family members.
• CEO is responsible for insuring that all family members have coverage in the event of an emergency.  Working with an insurance company to make sure that all members are covered.  In the event of said emergency, working with the insurance company to handle any claims.

The CEO must be flexible and change oriented.  Most days will bring surprises and the CEO must be willing and able to manage these surprises.  When change occurs the CEO will need to be able to make judgement calls as to whether the change is part of a growing process or needs the attention of the family members.  The CEO must be able to be persuasive and share information with other family members effectively.  Good communication is a must for the Household CEO.  

The CEO must also be able to multi-task.  Many of the regular household duties will be done consecutively and the CEO must be able to move between tasks smoothly and effectively.  In addition to juggling the routine tasks the CEO must be a magician who can squeeze in the unexpected and still get everything done.

The CEO must be able to maintain a great attitude at all times.  Due to the demanding nature of this position it is important that CEO candidates have an unusual aptitude for letting the small stuff just roll off of them.  This person will need a "just go with it" type personality.

Additionally the CEO will need to be loving and nurturing of all family members, friends, pets and other small animals.  The love and grace of the CEO is necessary for the growing of a family.  The CEO must be able to maintain this lovin' feeling even in the worst of circumstances.

You must have most of the described skills and talents to become the Household CEO.  If you are qualified and interested in the position, then get ready for a well-functioning family!!