How much does a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III in the United States is $65 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $59 and $68. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary $53 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary $59 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary $65 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary $68 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization Specialist III Salary $71 US March 26, 2024
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Each competency has five to ten behavioral assertions that can be observed, each with a corresponding performance level (from one to five) that is required for a particular job.

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Analysis: Analysis is the process of considering something carefully or using statistical methods in order to understand it or explain it.

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HTML: A computer language that used in creating, updating and maintaining text, graphics and links in a website.

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Algorithms: Algorithms act as an exact list of instructions that conduct specified actions step by step in either hardware- or software-based routines.

Analysis 5.57%
HTML 3.1%
Algorithms 2.02%
Others 89.31%

Job Description for Search Engine Optimization Specialist III

Search Engine Optimization Specialist III monitors site-wide daily performance metrics and uses SEO tools and techniques to optimize site traffic, improve user experience, and increase conversions. Conducts keyword research, search behavior analyses, technical audits, and content gap analyses. Being a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III utilizes website analytics and a variety of SEO tools to create reports, audits and dashboards to identify areas for optimization. Conducts competitive research and deploys the latest developments in SEO. Additionally, Search Engine Optimization Specialist III requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Search Engine Optimization Specialist III work is highly independent. May assume a team lead role for the work group. A specialist on complex technical and business matters. To be a Search Engine Optimization Specialist III typically requires 7+ years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)... View full job description

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For Search Engine Optimization Specialist III, the first career path typically progresses to Search Engine Optimization Manager.

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Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary varies from city to city. Compared with national average salary of Search Engine Optimization Specialist III, the highest Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary is in San Francisco, CA, where the Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary is 25.0% above. The lowest Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary is in Miami, FL, where the Search Engine Optimization Specialist III salary is 3.5% lower than national average salary.

City, State Compared to national average
City, State San Francisco, CA Compared to national average
+ 25.0%
City, State Washington, DC Compared to national average
+ 11.3%
City, State Miami, FL Compared to national average
-3.5%
City, State Chicago, IL Compared to national average
+ 4.9%
City, State Boston, MA Compared to national average
+ 12.1%
City, State New York, NY Compared to national average
+ 16.8%
City, State Dallas, TX Compared to national average
-1.3%

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