Skill Requirements

At DayBreak Staffing we are keenly aware that each individual applicant possesses a different skill set and has achieved different levels of proficiency within those skill sets. We are also aware of the most common skill set requests. To help you better understand what opportunities might be available to you we have compiled a list of skills that our clients most often require when placing a particular job order. (Please note, this is merely a reference. Job orders vary by client and industry.)

	Legal Secretary Type 60-70 wpm Advanced proficiency with most current version of ms word/office Advanced formatting and styles creation and manipulation TOC (table of contents) TOA (table of authorities) Proficiency with document management software (pc docs, imanage) Dictaphone and/or steno (a plus)
	Junior Legal Secretary Type 50 wpm Proficiency with most current version of ms word/office Some working knowledge of document management software (pc docs, imanage) Dictaphone and/or steno (a plus)
	Word Processing Operator Type 60-70 wpm Advanced proficiency with the most current version of ms word/office All advanced functions for msw Available 1st, 2nd and 3rd shifts and weekends Dictaphone (a plus)
	Administrative Assistant Type 50 wpm Knowledge of most current version ms word/office Phones Light filing
	Receptionist Phone systems Scheduling (sometimes via automated systems) Greeting clients and guests Clerk/Office Support Filing Faxing Very light typing
	Paralegal Shepardizing documents (organizing documents, numbering documents, tracking documents through the case cycle) Assisting with research, contacting appropriate resources Diligent follow up on assigned projects Proficiency with research tools such as lexis/nexis and/or westlaw. Paralegal Certification, bachelors or equivalent experience required
	Accounting Sr. Staff Accountant Maintain financial records Maintain general ledger Provide financial status to management Maintain accounting controls Strong math skills Advanced Microsoft excel Accounting software (will vary) Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
	Jr. Staff Accountant Bank reconciliations Account analysis Ad hoc reports Intermediate Microsoft Excel Accounting software (will vary) Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting
	Accounting Clerk Journal entries Accounts payable Accounts receivable Month end close Basic Microsoft Excel
	Graphic Design Includes all levels of experience: Powerpoint Photoshop
	Mailroom Sorting and distribution of internal and external mail Fedex experience (supplies, mailing procedures, web site navigation) UPS experience (supplies, mailing procedures, web site navigation) Faxing Basic computer skills