How much does a Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director make in the United States? The average Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director salary in the United States is $116,394 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $102,615 and $131,157. Salary ranges 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.

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Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $90,070 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $102,615 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $116,394 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $131,157 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Director Salary $144,597 US March 26, 2024
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Grand Canyon Education, Inc. - Phoenix , AZ
Grand Canyon Education (GCE) is a rapidly growing educational service company that has long been an industry leader in providing educational, operational, and technological support services to the post-secondary education sector. Formerly part of Grand Canyon University (GCU), GCE still works closely with GCU to benefit thousands of students, families, and the local inner-city community. We put people first, drive innovation, and do good in the community that we live and work in. Collaboration is key in this SEO Manager position! We are looking for an analytical and perceptive professional who is a skilled communicator and can collaborate with various teams. If you are up to date with all SEO knowledge and thrive in a fast-paced environment then this position may be for you! What you will do: Manage a team of SEO specialists in all aspects of managerial responsibility, coaching, development, performance feedback, and monitoring and assigning work. Coordinate with internal cross-functio
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Oxsome Web Services - Edina , MN
Company Description Oxsome Web Services is a technology solutions provider that specializes in helping businesses maximize their performance and stay competitive. Located in Edina, MN, Oxsome believes in simplicity and efficiency, providing products that are designed to be easy to use and deliver immediate results. Role Description This is a full-time hybrid role for a Search Engine Optimization Manager at Oxsome Web Services. As the SEO Manager, you will be responsible for conducting SEO audits, performing keyword research, implementing link building strategies, and analyzing web analytics. This role is based in Edina, MN, with the flexibility to work remotely as needed. Qualifications Expertise in conducting SEO audits and performing keyword research Strong knowledge of link building strategies Proficiency in web analytics tools Experience in digital marketing Additional skills and qualifications that would be beneficial for this role include: Familiarity with content marketing strat
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LHH is looking for an incredible SEO Manager for one of our clients in the Orlando area! This position requires a solid understanding of search engine optimization best practices and strategies! Responsibilities: Conduct keyword research to guide content teams and optimize website content and landing page Manage and improve SEO strategies, directly resulting in lead conversion optimization Lead and execute ongoing content and web strategy to drive growth (keyword impressions, web visits, organic leads). Address technical SEO issues and optimize off-page strategies to improve domain authority. Your Background: 5+ YOE in SEO Knowledgeable on SEO initiatives and best practices: website, domain management, and content
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Adecco - Parsippany , NJ
Adecco Creative and Marketing is partnering with the world's largest producer of medicine and vaccinations for pets and livestock. We are looking for a SEO Manager for a hybrid contract assignment in Parsippany NJ. They will support the execution of the SEO strategy for the Petcare Network, under the guidance of the Senior Manager, Content Marketing & SEO. He/she must be highly collaborative, detail-oriented, a self-starter, and a creative problem solver. Main duties will include: Conducting SEO research. Conduct keyword research and competitor research, making suggestions for improvements and ensuring we’re not cannibalizing keywords or duplicating efforts across the business. Improve technical SEO performance. Recommend fixes to development team and track progress/results. Understand and improve crawling functions, site architecture, and site infrastructure. On-page SEO. Work with our development team and CMS to optimize all pages for search engines (keywords, meta data, tagging infr
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Position Summary: Sylvane.com, a leading internet retail company specializing in air quality products, is seeking an in-house SEO guru to take charge of our SEO program. The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical SEO background, exceptional on-page SEO skills, and a proven track record with ecommerce websites and product catalogs. We would like you to build upon Sylvane’s two-decades of successful SEO strategy. You will be solely in charge of our SEO program with the freedom to set your own work projects and areas of investigation. You will report directly to the Marketing Director. The SEO Manager is responsible for: Staying on top of all SEO industry trends, keeping a steady finger on the pulse of any and all SERP updates and algorithm changes. Monitoring Sylvane organic rankings and tracking changes in visibility. Developing and owning a comprehensive SEO strategy for growing organic traffic and revenue. This will include a forecast for organic traffic, identifying potentia
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LHH is looking for an incredible SEO Manager for one of our clients in the Orlando area! This position requires a solid understanding of search engine optimization best practices and strategies! Responsibilities: Conduct keyword research to guide content teams and optimize website content and landing page Manage and improve SEO strategies, directly resulting in lead conversion optimization Lead and execute ongoing content and web strategy to drive growth (keyword impressions, web visits, organic leads). Address technical SEO issues and optimize off-page strategies to improve domain authority. Your Background: 5+ YOE in SEO Knowledgeable on SEO initiatives and best practices: website, domain management, and content by Jobble
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