The need for virtual assistant skills is increasing, as more companies are adding at home job opportunities to their company profiles. Employers are looking for individuals who are well diversified in their skills. So, what does a virtual assistant do?
Virtual Assistant Job Description
Virtual assistant (VA) job descriptions will vary by the employer’s needs. This makes it very important to hold a variety of skills to gain desired job opportunities. Virtual Assistants will carry on many responsibilities in their lifetime of working for others.
The VA will carry secretarial, administrative, creative, and technical duties. Many have the ability to provide services to smaller companies, as well as larger corporations. They are also comfortable in providing assistance using a variety of online systems.
Virtual Assistant Responsibilities
Responsibilities of a VA will also vary by the work opportunity. Some employers only look for key areas of skill. You may be thinking, then why do I need to be so diversified? One reason is, if YOU have the skills to offer to your employer, shouldn’t YOU be able to get the job? Or, will your employer need to hire someone else for other projects?
Responsibilities of a VA may include, but are not limited to the following skills:
- Emailing skills, including professional etiquette
- Phone service skills, including proper business phone etiquette
- Research skills (internet, business resources, library, ect.)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, or other similar office software
- Proficiency in operating a variety of software programs
- Basic bookkeeping knowledge
- Understand basic website maintenance
- Have the ability to write a variety of materials (reports, articles, web content, so on)
- Carry basic knowledge of business reporting techniques
- Possess a variety of data entry skills
- Carry professional communication skills
- Hold planning skills, and have the ability to execute ideas
- Have the ability to work under pressure and apply problem solving skills
- Must be able to meet multi-tasking deadlines
Virtual Assistance Pay
Pay for a VA position varies by the job opportunity as well as the experience of the individual. It is not uncommon to see some VAs bringing in $15-25 per hour. By increasing your skills and bringing increased diversity to your business portfolio, you can bring more income to your family finances.
Virtual Assistant jobs are increasing as more employers are realizing their benefits. Taking the time to learn new skills is important. In the beginning, you may desire to accept small virtual assistance opportunities. Then over time, you can increase the types of VA jobs accepted, while you are increasing your experience and skill sets.
