TechForcePros

TechForcePros is hiring: On-Page SEO Expert/WordPress Developer in Elkton

TechForcePros, Elkton, MD, US

Job Description

Company Overview

TechForcePros specializes in staffing, consulting, and project management for enterprise systems in HRIS, ATS, LMS, VMS, CRM, ERP, ITSM, and procurement. Our recruiting prowess is demonstrated in IT, HR, Finance/Accounting, Healthcare, and Engineering. We provide remote system monitoring and assist organizations in the RFx system selection process.

TechForcePros is committed to driving business success through innovative solutions and exceptional client service.

On-Page SEO Expert / WordPress Developer

Location: Remote
Employment Type: Contract

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented On-Page SEO Expert/WordPress Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have an extensive understanding of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and on-page SEO best practices, coupled with proficiency in WordPress development. You will play a key role in optimizing our websites to drive organic traffic, improve visibility, and achieve measurable results.

Responsibilities:On-Page SEO:

Conduct comprehensive on-page SEO audits and provide actionable recommendations to improve rankings and traffic.
Optimize meta titles, descriptions, headers, and on-page content for target keywords.
Improve website architecture, URL structures, and internal linking strategies for SEO.
Research and implement the latest search engine updates, trends, and algorithm changes.
Conduct detailed keyword research to identify high-impact opportunities.
Monitor website performance using analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, Search Console) and provide regular reports.
Perform A/B testing to evaluate the impact of SEO strategies.
Ensure all content meets SEO guidelines and enhances user experience.

WordPress Development:

Customize WordPress themes and templates to improve functionality, performance, and SEO.
Optimize website speed, mobile responsiveness, and core web vitals to align with SEO goals.
Implement and maintain structured data/schema markup for enhanced search engine visibility.
Configure and manage SEO plugins (e.g., Yoast, Rank Math) to enhance optimization efforts.
Troubleshoot and resolve website issues, ensuring consistent uptime and performance.
Collaborate with content creators, designers, and other developers to ensure seamless integration of SEO and development efforts.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Proven experience as an On-Page SEO Specialist and WordPress Developer.
Deep knowledge of search engine algorithms, ranking factors, and on-page SEO strategies.
Proficiency in WordPress, including theme customization, plugin management, and site optimization.
Strong understanding of HTML, CSS, and basic JavaScript related to SEO and web development.
Experience with tools like Google Analytics, Google Search Console, SEMrush, Ahrefs, or Screaming Frog.
Familiarity with structured data/schema markup and its role in SEO.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and create actionable insights.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Core Web Vitals optimization.
Familiarity with other CMS platforms and their SEO capabilities.
Knowledge of technical SEO elements, such as crawl budget, robots.txt, and XML sitemaps.
Background in creating SEO strategies for non-e-commerce websites.