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Open: March 23, 2026 — Closes: April 6, 2026
Summary
This position is located in Interior Region 2, in the Comptroller Division. Open to the first 100 applicants or until 04/06/2026 whichever comes first. All applications submitted by 11:59 (EST) on the closing day will receive consideration.
Major Duties
Major Duties - GS-560-09 Budget Analyst Assists with the development, preparation, and revision of the park/organizational budget. Helps prepare instructions to managers regarding funding estimates and budget planning for the upcoming fiscal year. Drafts procedural guidance on formats for annual funding estimate submissions. Provides required data and assistance to program managers and staff in developing budget and program planning summaries. Assists with execution of the current-year budget, including analyzing needs, recommending modifications, and making allotments. Checks the accuracy and adequacy of budget justification data submitted in support of estimates or allotment requests. Performs comparisons with source documents such as acquisition records, historical financial data, payroll reports, and fixed-cost data. Prepares data summaries for inclusion in routine and special budget execution reports. Major Duties - GS-560-11 Budget Analyst Develops, prepares, and revises annual and multi-year budget estimates for assigned programs or organizations. Reviews and analyzes budget submissions for accuracy, sufficiency, and compliance with NPS and DOI policy as well as ensures compliance with appropriations law, internal controls, and financial management policies. Prepares detailed budget justification documents and narrative explanations supporting funding needs. Independently monitors budget execution, obligations, expenditures, and burn rates across multiple fund sources. Recommends adjustments to spending plans, reprogramming actions, and funding allocations based on trends and emerging needs. Conducts complex analyses involving historical data, cost trends, and operational requirements to inform leadership decisions. Prepares recurring and special financial reports, briefing materials, and data summaries for management. Serves as a key advisor to program managers, providing guidance on budget processes, financial policies, and prioritization of resources. Interprets financial regulations and provides recommendations on improving budget planning and execution practices. Ensures financial documentation is accurate and audit ready. Supports internal control reviews, audits, and corrective actions. Validates financial data against source records such as acquisition files, payroll reports, and fixed-cost data. Utilizes NPS/DOI financial systems such as FBMS, AFS4, and related reporting tools to collect, analyze, and present financial information. Develops or refines spreadsheets, tracking tools, and databases for budget oversight. Duties will be developmental in nature when filled below the full performance level.
