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How much do director workday student consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for director workday student consultant in the United States is $45.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $30.05 and $61.54 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a director Workday Student Consultant?

A Director Workday Student Consultant is a senior professional responsible for overseeing the implementation and optimization of Workday Student, a cloud-based student information system, at educational institutions. They lead consulting teams, manage client relationships, and ensure projects align with institutional goals and best practices. Their role involves strategic planning, project management, and deep expertise in both Workday’s platform and higher education processes. These consultants often work directly with stakeholders to tailor solutions, troubleshoot issues, and support change management efforts. They play a key role in helping colleges and universities maximize the value of their Workday Student investment.

What are some common challenges faced by a director Workday Student Consultant when implementing the Workday Student system at large institutions?

A Director Workday Student Consultant often encounters challenges such as aligning diverse stakeholder expectations, ensuring data integrity during migration, and managing timeline constraints. Navigating the complexities of higher education policies and legacy systems can add further difficulty. Successful consultants proactively communicate with cross-functional teams, anticipate roadblocks, and drive change management initiatives to support a smooth transition for both staff and students.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director Workday Student Consultant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director Workday Student Consultant, you need in-depth knowledge of Workday Student solutions, higher education processes, and project management, typically supported by a relevant degree and significant experience with Workday implementations. Expertise with the Workday platform, certification as a Workday Student Consultant, and familiarity with data migration and integration tools are commonly required. Outstanding leadership, client management, and problem-solving abilities help you lead teams and drive successful client outcomes. These skills are crucial for delivering complex implementations, ensuring client satisfaction, and maintaining high standards in dynamic educational environments.

What is the difference between Director Workday Student Consultant vs Workday Student Analyst?

AspectDirector Workday Student ConsultantWorkday Student Analyst
CredentialsWorkday certifications, relevant degree, experience in consultingWorkday certifications, degree in related field, technical skills
Work EnvironmentLeadership role, client-facing, project managementTechnical focus, data analysis, system support
Employer & IndustryHigher education institutions, consulting firmsUniversities, colleges, education technology teams

The main difference is that the Director Workday Student Consultant typically leads projects, manages client relationships, and oversees implementation strategies, while the Workday Student Analyst focuses on system configuration, data analysis, and technical support within the Workday Student module. Both roles require Workday certifications and experience but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Director Workday Student Consultant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 35% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 83% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,648 per year, or $46 per hour.

Delivery Senior Consultant, Workday Student Records

Deloitte

Houston, TX • Hybrid

Full-time

Re-posted 10 days ago


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Job description

Our Deloitte Human Capital team helps organizations create value through people performance. We work with clients to reimagine work, the workforce, and the workplace across the enterprise and to transform their HR functions with AI and emerging technology. With the rapid pace of change in today's world, you will help clients answer questions like: How do I access, develop, and motivate my workforce? What should my AI strategy be for the HR function? Do I have the right organization and culture to enable performance? Join our team to make work better for humans and humans better at work.

Work You'll Do

As a Delivery Senior Consultant for our team, you will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the Workday Student Records functional area lead through solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment for a higher education client implementing Workday Student
  • Translating business requirements into system configurations and process changes, leveraging deep knowledge of Workday Student
  • Analyzing current student records processes, design future-state workflows, and configure Workday solutions to best meet institutional needs
  • Serving as the liaison between university leadership, functional owners, IT teams, and Workday consultants to ensure alignment and successful delivery

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our HR Strategy & Technology offering develops leading global HR strategies and implements HR technologies that drive transformation, maximize the workforce experience, and sustain HR effectiveness and value while navigating a world of disruption.

This opportunity sits within our Deloitte Center model, which is dedicated to driving impactful business services. It leverages Deloitte's scale and talent, as well as a center delivery model to provide high-quality, cost-effective service with standardized processes and procedures to serve businesses across Deloitte.

The Deloitte Center Model has a small-business feel with a big-business impact. With the resources of Deloitte and a community feel, the center model provides high-quality services to our clients. Center professionals work out of one of our specific Deloitte locations, and each location presents dynamic career opportunities for professionals to focus on their work with nominal travel requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 5+ years of experience working with Workday Student
  • 3+ years of experience with the configuration of one or more of the following higher education Workday modules: Records, Financials, or Financial Aid
  • Actively Workday Student Records certified
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Center Location & Travel Requirements:
    • Hybrid Work Model: Operate under a hybrid system requiring residence within a commutable distance to one of the Center locations (Gilbert, Lake Mary, or Mechanicsburg)
    • Co-location Expectation: Spend up to 30% of working time co-located at an assigned office for orchestrated opportunities, including projects, practice sessions, training, and Moments That Matter at a Deloitte Center location, Geo-Hub location, approved site, or project location
    • Travel Requirement: Maximum of 10% overnight travel for client or project purposes
    • Relocation Requirement: If relocation is necessary, complete the move within 12 weeks from the start date to reside within a commutable distance
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
Qualifications:

Our Deloitte Human Capital team helps organizations create value through people performance. We work with clients to reimagine work, the workforce, and the workplace across the enterprise and to transform their HR functions with AI and emerging technology. With the rapid pace of change in today's world, you will help clients answer questions like: How do I access, develop, and motivate my workforce? What should my AI strategy be for the HR function? Do I have the right organization and culture to enable performance? Join our team to make work better for humans and humans better at work.

Work You'll Do

As a Delivery Senior Consultant for our team, you will be responsible for:

  • Supporting the Workday Student Records functional area lead through solution design, configuration, testing, and deployment for a higher education client implementing Workday Student
  • Translating business requirements into system configurations and process changes, leveraging deep knowledge of Workday Student
  • Analyzing current student records processes, design future-state workflows, and configure Workday solutions to best meet institutional needs
  • Serving as the liaison between university leadership, functional owners, IT teams, and Workday consultants to ensure alignment and successful delivery

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

  • Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills
  • Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product
  • Ability to build and sustain professional relationships
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Ability to mentor and provide clear guidance to others

The Team

Deloitte's Government & Public Services (GPS) practice - our people, ideas, technology and outcomes - is designed for impact. Serving federal, state, & local government clients as well as public higher education institutions, our team of professionals brings fresh perspective to help clients anticipate disruption, reimagine the possible, and fulfill their mission promise.

Our HR Strategy & Technology offering develops leading global HR strategies and implements HR technologies that drive transformation, maximize the workforce experience, and sustain HR effectiveness and value while navigating a world of disruption.

This opportunity sits within our Deloitte Center model, which is dedicated to driving impactful business services. It leverages Deloitte's scale and talent, as well as a center delivery model to provide high-quality, cost-effective service with standardized processes and procedures to serve businesses across Deloitte.

The Deloitte Center Model has a small-business feel with a big-business impact. With the resources of Deloitte and a community feel, the center model provides high-quality services to our clients. Center professionals work out of one of our specific Deloitte locations, and each location presents dynamic career opportunities for professionals to focus on their work with nominal travel requirements.

Qualifications

Required:

  • 5+ years of experience working with Workday Student
  • 3+ years of experience with the configuration of one or more of the following higher education Workday modules: Records, Financials, or Financial Aid
  • Actively Workday Student Records certified
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Center Location & Travel Requirements:
    • Hybrid Work Model: Operate under a hybrid system requiring residence within a commutable distance to one of the Center locations (Gilbert, Lake Mary, or Mechanicsburg)
    • Co-location Expectation: Spend up to 30% of working time co-located at an assigned office for orchestrated opportunities, including projects, practice sessions, training, and Moments That Matter at a Deloitte Center location, Geo-Hub location, approved site, or project location
    • Travel Requirement: Maximum of 10% overnight travel for client or project purposes
    • Relocation Requirement: If relocation is necessary, complete the move within 12 weeks from the start date to reside within a commutable distance
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future
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