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How much do workday student records lead jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for workday student records lead in the United States is $63,173.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $50,500.00 and $76,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a Workday Student Records Lead do?

A Workday Student Records Lead is responsible for overseeing the implementation, configuration, and management of the student records module within the Workday Student information system. This role involves working closely with academic institutions to ensure student data—such as enrollment, grades, transcripts, and registration—is accurately maintained and complies with institutional policies. The lead acts as the primary point of contact for troubleshooting, training, and system updates, and collaborates with both technical teams and end-users to optimize processes and support academic operations. Their expertise helps ensure the smooth operation and integrity of student records management.

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

To thrive as a Workday Student Records Lead, you need strong expertise in student information systems, business process analysis, and a deep understanding of higher education administration, often supported by relevant degrees and experience with Workday implementations. Proficiency in Workday Student modules, data integration tools, and familiarity with project management methodologies are typically required, along with Workday Pro or similar certifications. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills help facilitate collaboration across departments and manage system changes effectively. These skills ensure accurate student data management, efficient process optimization, and the successful adoption of Workday solutions within educational institutions.

What are the main challenges faced by a Workday Student Records Lead during a system implementation?

As a Workday Student Records Lead, one of the key challenges is managing the complexity of migrating student data from legacy systems to Workday while ensuring data integrity and compliance with institutional policies. You will also need to coordinate cross-functional teams—including IT, academic affairs, and student services—to gather requirements and resolve configuration issues. Balancing stakeholder expectations, adapting to evolving project timelines, and troubleshooting technical problems are common aspects of the role. Strong communication and project management skills are essential to navigate these challenges successfully.
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Consultant, Workday Technical Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions Implementation

Consultant, Workday Technical Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions Implementation

Deloitte

Raleigh, NC • On-site

Other

Posted 14 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 86 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

58th of 138 rated financial services

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.

Recruiting for this role ends on July 31st, 2026.

Work You'll Do

As a Consultant, Functional Transformation on our Human Capital team, you will:

  • Lead the end-to-end implementation of Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules, participating in all project phases including discovery, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support
  • Partner with institutional stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements and map them to Workday functionality
  • Configure Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules to meet defined requirements
  • Develop and execute test plans and scripts, supporting unit, integration, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing to ensure the solution meets institutional needs
  • Assist end-users during the hypercare period, providing rapid resolution for system issues, data discrepancies, and functional questions within Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules
  • Collaborate with cross-functional project teams, actively contributing to issue resolution, project status updates, and continuous improvement throughout the deployment lifecycle
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 lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines

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.

Qualifications

Required: 

  • 2+ years of experience with full life cycle functional implementation support of one or more of the following modules: Workday Student Records and/or Recruiting & Admissions
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required Workday certification(s)
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Ability to travel up to 50-75%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

  • Active Workday Student certification preferred
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 Deloitte, 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 $85,000 to $155,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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.

Recruiting for this role ends on July 31st, 2026.

Work You'll Do

As a Consultant, Functional Transformation on our Human Capital team, you will:

  • Lead the end-to-end implementation of Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules, participating in all project phases including discovery, design, configuration, testing, deployment, and post-go-live support
  • Partner with institutional stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements and map them to Workday functionality
  • Configure Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules to meet defined requirements
  • Develop and execute test plans and scripts, supporting unit, integration, end-to-end, and user acceptance testing to ensure the solution meets institutional needs
  • Assist end-users during the hypercare period, providing rapid resolution for system issues, data discrepancies, and functional questions within Workday Student Records and Recruiting & Admissions modules
  • Collaborate with cross-functional project teams, actively contributing to issue resolution, project status updates, and continuous improvement throughout the deployment lifecycle
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 lead projects or workstreams
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
  • Ability to meet deadlines

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.

Qualifications

Required: 

  • 2+ years of experience with full life cycle functional implementation support of one or more of the following modules: Workday Student Records and/or Recruiting & Admissions
  • Ability to obtain and maintain the required Workday certification(s)
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Ability to travel up to 50-75%, on average, based on the work you do and the clients and industries/sectors you serve
  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future

Preferred:

  • Active Workday Student certification preferred
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 Deloitte, 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 $85,000 to $155,000.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
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