Title: SEO Strategist (Technical + Content)
Duration: 3 months - Part time
Location: New York, NY 10022

Contract Strategist, SEO (Technical + Content)
We’re looking for a well-rounded SEO strategist to support our team on a contract basis—someone with deep technical SEO expertise and strong on-page and content optimization skills. You’ll collaborate closely with our internal SEO team to identify, execute, and support strategies that enhance organic visibility, crawlability, and user experience across enterprise-level websites. This role includes both strategy and hands-on execution. Your contributions will directly impact the success of client initiatives across technical infrastructure, content quality, and keyword targeting.

Core Responsibilities
Technical SEO

• Conduct technical SEO audits, including crawl analysis, indexing, canonicalization, internal linking, site speed, structured data, and mobile usability
• Develop prioritized recommendations to improve site architecture, template performance, and crawl behavior
• Monitor and diagnose technical issues using tools like Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, OnCrawl, and similar platforms
• Collaborate with developers and internal teams to QA and validate technical fixesContent SEO

Content SEO

• Perform keyword research aligned with client goals, audience intent, and the competitive landscape
• Create content briefs, optimize existing content, and identify new content opportunities based on gaps and trends
• Provide metadata, header structure, structured data, and internal linking recommendations
• Analyze content performance based on KPIs such as rankings, CTR, and engagement

CrossFunctional Support

• Work with internal SEOs, writers, analysts, and strategists to align technical and content efforts
• Document findings clearly and contribute to team knowledge-sharing
• Stay up-to-date on algorithm changes, emerging tools, and best practices across both technical and content disciplines

Desired Experience and Skills

• 2-plus years of SEO experience, with B2B and healthcare experience preferred
• Mastery of core SEO tools (e.g., Google Search Console, Screaming Frog, ahrefs, SEMrush, BrightEdge, DeepCrawl, etc.)
• Familiarity with CMS platforms (WordPress, Drupal, Sitecore, etc.)
• Strong understanding of HTML; working knowledge of JavaScript and CSS preferred
• Solid grasp of content strategy principles, from keyword targeting to on-page structure and optimization
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and recommend next steps
• Progressive understanding of the interrelationship between SEO and other digital channels

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within healthcare industry
• Familiarity with local SEO best practices (Google Business Profile, structured data, citations)
• Previous agency or contractor experience preferred
• Experience with AI-assisted content workflows or SEO automation tools is a plus

 

 


At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $45.00/hr.