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Learning Consultant

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$88K - $144K/yr

Learning Consultant Learning Consultant Location: This role requires associates to be in-office1 ... Through its longstanding partnership with the federal government, FEP offers nationwide coverage ...

Learning Consultant

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$88K - $144K/yr

Learning Consultant Learning Consultant Location: This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - ... Through its longstanding partnership with the federal government, FEP offers nationwide coverage ...

Learning Consultant

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$88K - $144K/yr

Learning Consultant Location: This role requires associates to be in-office1 - 2days per week ... Through its longstanding partnership with the federal government, FEP offers nationwide coverage ...

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How much do government consultant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for government consultant in Indiana is $47.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $23.12 and $59.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a government consultant do?

A Government Consultant provides expert advice to government agencies to improve efficiency, policy implementation, and operations. They analyze data, evaluate programs, and recommend solutions to complex public sector challenges. Consultants may work on areas like budgeting, regulatory compliance, technology integration, and organizational strategy. Their goal is to enhance government effectiveness and public service delivery.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a government consultant?

To thrive as a Government Consultant, you need strong analytical, research, and project management skills, typically supported by a relevant degree such as public policy, political science, business, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools, government regulations, and sometimes certifications like PMP or Lean Six Sigma are beneficial. Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities set standout consultants apart. These skills and qualifications are essential for providing actionable insights, navigating complex bureaucracies, and facilitating effective solutions for public-sector clients.

What are some common challenges government consultants face in their daily work?

Government Consultants often work on projects with multiple stakeholders, strict regulatory requirements, and occasionally shifting priorities, which can make project timelines and deliverables more complex. Navigating bureaucratic processes and ensuring clear communication between government agencies and project teams is a frequent challenge. However, these obstacles provide valuable opportunities to develop strategic problem-solving skills, build strong professional networks, and experience significant impact through public service projects. Being adaptable and proactive can help you successfully manage these challenges while advancing your consulting career.

What job categories do people searching Government Consultant jobs in Indiana look for?

The top searched job categories for Government Consultant jobs in Indiana are:

Infographic showing various Government Consultant job openings in Indiana as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,416 per year, or $47.3 per hour.

HCM Payroll Business Analyst and Systems Implementation Lead

Indianapolis, IN

Crowe LLP
Accounting Services • 1 - 5K employees

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Your Journey at Crowe Starts Here:

At Crowe, you can build a meaningful and rewarding career. With real flexibility to balance work with life moments, you're trusted to deliver results and make an impact. We embrace you for who you are, care for your well-being, and nurture your career. Everyone has equitable access to opportunities for career growth and leadership. Over our 80-year history, delivering excellent service through innovation has been a core part of our DNA across our audit, tax, and consulting groups. That's why we continuously invest in innovative ideas, such as AI-enabled insights and technology-powered solutions, to enhance our services. Join us at Crowe and embark on a career where you can help shape the future of our industry.

Job Description:

What It Means to Be a Consultant at Crowe
Consulting is a dynamic business focused on solving problems for our clients and serving our core markets through innovative solutions. As technology and AI continue to reshape the consulting landscape, we are looking for individuals who are curious, adaptable, and eager to learn. At Crowe, consultants are expected to build both technical and transferable skills, think critically, and use technology to solve real business problems. In this role, you will continuously learn, collaborate across teams, and explore how tools, including emerging AI capabilities, can improve efficiency, insights, and client outcomes.

In management at Crowe, you play a pivotal role in leading teams, guiding project execution, and deepening client relationships. You are expected to contribute to account planning, identify opportunities to add value, and ensure high-quality delivery. As your responsibilities expand, you take on broader account ownership, balancing project leadership with growing involvement in client strategy and solution development.

Success in this role comes from a growth mindset, strong communication skills, advanced critical thinking, and the ability to navigate new challenges with confidence

Crowe is seeking an experienced and dynamic Lead Government Consultant to join our growing public sector consulting practice. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead and contribute to impactful projects that help government clients modernize their Human Capital Management (HCM) and payroll systems. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in management consulting, a passion for solving complex business challenges, and the ability to lead teams and drive results.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with public sector clients to design and implement solutions that improve business processes and address organizational challenges
  • Lead and mentor business analyst teams in conducting detailed process analysis and system assessments
  • Analyze business operations and develop actionable recommendations for improvement
  • Facilitate stakeholder meetings, interviews, and workshops to gather business and technical requirements
  • Support clients with analytical research to align policies, procedures, and business needs with configured functionality
  • Apply Agile methodology to write user stories, plan and monitor development and deployment progress, and demonstrate delivered functionality
  • Support testing and reconciliation from the functional / business process perspective
  • Deliver high-quality written reports, process documentation, and engaging client presentations
  • Work closely with project managers to ensure projects are completed on time and within budget
  • Support proposal development, client relationship management, and business development efforts

Basic Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree and 5 to 8 years of professional experience in management consulting
  • Current certification in one or more of the following: CBAP, CSM, PMI-PBA, or PMP
  • In-depth knowledge of HR/Payroll processes
  • Prior experience implementing payroll or HCM software, including system configuration and testing
  • Prior experience using ALM software (JIRA, DevOps, ELM)
  • Experience performing work in a structured Agile or Scrum environment
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and coach within a matrixed environment
  • Strong experience working with public sector clients
  • Strong analytical thinking, attention to detail, and quantitative skills
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel)
  • Self-motivated, flexible, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively
  • A consistent record of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience working on large projects (100k+ employees, multi-year implementations)
  • Experience working with enterprise-level government systems and public sector project lifecycles

We appreciate talent from all over the United States and are willing to consider candidates who may not be located near a Crowe office location for this role/opening!

We expect the candidate to uphold Crowe's values of Care, Trust, Courage, and Stewardship. These values define who we are. We expect all of our people to act ethically and with integrity at all times.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Crowe is not sponsoring for work authorization at this time.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Crowe, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,400.00 - $205,300.00 per year.

Our Benefits:
Your exceptional people experience starts here. At Crowe, we know that great peopleare what makes a great firm. We care about our people and offer employees a comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about what working at Crowe can mean for you!


How You Can Grow:
We will nurture your talent in an inclusive culture that values diversity. You will have the chance to meet on a consistent basis with your Career Coach that will guide you in your career goals and aspirations. Learn more about where talent can prosper!
More about Crowe:
Crowe provides professional services through two separate entities: Crowe LLP delivers audit and attest services, and Crowe Advisory LLC provides tax, advisory, consulting, and other nonattest services.


The Crowe Global network consists of more than 300 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 150 countries around the globe, making it one of the largest accounting networks in the world*. As independent members of Crowe Global, Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC serve clients worldwide. (*As of July 2026)


Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.


Crowe LLP and Crowe Advisory LLC (and their respective subsidiary entities) does not accept unsolicited candidates, referrals or resumes from any staffing agency, recruiting service, sourcing entity or any other third-party paid service at any time. Any referrals, resumes or candidates submitted to Crowe, or any employee or owner of Crowe without a pre-existing agreement signed by both parties covering the submission will be considered the property of Crowe, and free of charge.


Crowe will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.

Please visit our webpage to see notices of the various state and local Ban-the-Box laws and Fair Chance Ordinances, where applicable.

We are committed to a merit-based hiring process, evaluating all candidates consistently using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, demonstrated skills, measurable impact, and alignment with the role's responsibilities, and making employment decisions in a fair and inclusive manner free from discrimination.

If you are interested in applying for employment with Crowe and are in need of an accommodation or require special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please visit our Applicant Assistance and Accommodations page for more information: https://careers.crowe.com/crowe-applicant-assistance-and-accommodation


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About Crowe

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Crowe (www.crowe.com) is one of the largest public accounting, consulting and technology firms in the United States. Crowe uses its deep industry expertise to provide audit services to public and private entities while also helping clients reach their goals with tax, advisory, risk and performance services. Crowe is recognized by many organizations as one of the country's best places to work. Crowe serves clients worldwide as an independent member of Crowe Global, one of the largest global accounting networks in the world. The network consists of more than 200 independent accounting and advisory services firms in more than 130 countries around the world.

Industry

Accounting services

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Chicago, IL, US

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