Job Description
Private family seeks an energetic, dependable, and service-minded Private Driver to support daily transportation and household-related needs at their primary residence in Westchester, NY. This is a professional yet not overly formal position that requires regular driving into Manhattan, as well as occasional support at additional local properties. The role follows a Monday through Friday schedule with a guaranteed 35 hours per week, with overriding flexibility for occasional evenings and weekends, as requested and with advance notice. A vehicle is provided for all job-related driving, and strong familiarity with Westchester County, New York City, and surrounding areas is essential.
The household operates in a highly collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings a strong work ethic and a true team mindset, taking pride in supporting the needs of the household as a whole and stepping in where needed. They are proactive, calm under pressure, and exercise sound judgment, with the ability to operate independently while remaining highly collaborative with the broader household team. This individual brings quiet professionalism to the role, demonstrates excellent situational awareness, and is comfortable supporting both scheduled driving and household-related tasks. The role offers room for growth for a motivated candidate who values reliability, flexibility, and contributing beyond a narrowly defined scope.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Safely and reliably transport the principal to and from meetings, office days, appointments, and engagements, primarily between Bronxville and Manhattan
- Prepare routes in advance and adapt in real time to traffic and schedule changes to ensure punctuality and safety
- Maintain vehicles in pristine, guest-ready condition at all times, including cleanliness and fuel readiness
- Oversee and coordinate routine vehicle maintenance, inspections, registrations, and E-Z Pass management
- Assist with errands such as FedEx, pickups and drop-offs, dry cleaning, grocery shopping, and other personal or logistical tasks
- Provide event support at the Tarrytown property, including setup, breakdown, errands, and vehicle coordination
- Assist with loading and unloading personal items or materials as needed
- Communicate clearly and professionally with principals and household staff, executing tasks with minimal follow-up
- Uphold discretion, confidentiality, and professionalism at all time
- Support special projects and “all hands on deck” situations surrounding scheduled events
Requirements:
- Strong command of English language; outstanding writing and verbal communication
- Excellent references required from both current and previous employers
- Prior professional driving experience for private families, executives, or similar high-discretion environments
- Strong knowledge of Westchester County, New York City, and surrounding areas
- Familiarity with automotive maintenance and basic repair knowledge is a plus
- Polished, poised, and professional in both mindset and manner, use of utmost discretion at all times
- Positive attitude and adaptable to evolving family schedules
- Flexible and dependable, with availability for occasional evenings or weekends when scheduled in advance
- Tech-savvy with proficiency in Outlook, iPhone, navigation apps, and basic scheduling communication
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize effectively
- Dedication to responsibilities; proactive with an above and beyond attitude and service-oriented mindset
- Energetic with a strong work ecthic and willingness to assist with light lifting and event setup as needed
- Comfortable working within a team-oriented household environment
- Valid Driver’s License, confident driver with zero points on license
- Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer
Compensation: $100K annually + benefits
Benefits: Discretionary bonus, Health insurance, Paid holidays, 2 weeks’ Paid vacation