Job description
Content Development – At least 3 years of measurable experience in the following:
- Developing modern content for large websites with multiple departments and sizable portfolios of services, informational assets, and applications
- Creating high level content strategies that focus on logical taxonomies, streamlined user journeys, and human-focused design
- Planning for the discovery, analysis, segmenting, creation, delivery, tracking, and governance of content
- Aligning content with business goals, stakeholder objectives, and user needs
- Inventorying and auditing of content on a local or enterprise level
- Copywriting – a high proficiency in writing for real people and motivating them to action
- Conducting in-depth research on industry-related topics to develop original content and optimize current content
- Creating high quality content pieces that can also be used for content marketing needs, including advertising, social media, and email campaigns
- Editing content and proofreading material for errors and inconsistencies
SEO and analytics – At least 3 years of experience with the following:
- Conducting keyword research, developing SEO strategies, and using industry best practices to increase SERP results and build traffic to content
- Practicing both technical and on-page SEO methodologies to help build Google’s “EAT” objectives
- Developing high-impact KPIs and tracking the measurable success of content
- Using customer research and site analytics to prove that content is meeting user needs
Content Optimization and Governance – At least 3 years of experience and use cases with the following:
- Defining customers’ needs and identifying content gaps that prevent satisfactory digital experiences
- Optimizing and categorizing content to align with a service-oriented information architecture
- Working with subject matter experts to write clear text in plain language that achieves defined goals
- Reviewing and improving existing content for accuracy, legibility, accessibility, and compliance with State Content Guidelines
- Structuring content in ways that customers are used to, and knowing the difference between features and benefits
- Setting up governance models that support the maintenance of content after publishing
Knowledge, Skills, and Ability
Content Development
- Knowledge of Sitecore or a comparable CMS
- Expert copywriting and editing skills
- Content marketing
- SEO and analytics
- Knowledge/experience with project management tools (Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, Jira)
- Effective communication skills
- High emotional intelligence
Performance in Complex Situations
- Ability to distill complex concepts into simple ideas
- Deadline-driven and able to handle simultaneous tasks, using prioritization models and team communication tools
- Comfort in suggesting better strategies or pointing out risks in current development efforts
- Dependable, organized, and equally able to work independently as well as in cross-functional team environments
Team Player
- Supporting teammates’ skills and behaviors through development and delivery
- Communication and collaboration with multiple departments and stakeholders
- Creative and analytical thinking with strong problem-solving skills
- Judgment in dealing effectively and diplomatically with government staff
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Job Type: Contract
Salary: $75.00 - $90.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
Experience:
- SEO and analytics: 3 years (Required)
- Content development: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: Remote