Amusement Ride Auditor

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13543046 For full details, including how to apply, please visit the State of Kansas Careers portal Jobs.ks.gov Job ID220487 **Position Summary & Responsibilities**: Amusement Ride Auditor (Safety Specialist) **Agency Information:**[Kansas Department of Labor](https://www.dol.ks.gov/) **Position Summary & Responsibilities**: Amusement Ride Auditor The[Industrial Safety & Health division](https://www.dol.ks.gov/industrial-safety-health/overview)of the[Kansas Department of Labor](https://www.dol.ks.gov/home)is recruiting an Amusement Ride Auditor for the western part of Kansas. This position plays a key role in safeguarding the operation of amusement rides across the state by ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and industry safety standards. **Primary Responsibilities:**

• Conduct thorough on-site audits of amusement ride operators to verify compliance with state laws, regulations, ASTM standards, and industry best practices
• Evaluate completion of critical safety activities, including daily pre-opening inspections, ride maintenance, and operator training
• Prepare clear, concise reports documenting audit findings, identified deficiencies, and required or recommended corrective actions
• Collaborate with management teams to support timely resolution of safety issues and compliance gaps
• Perform follow-up inspections to confirm corrective measures have been fully implemented
• Work occasional irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, in alignment with amusement ride operating schedules **Additional Duties:**
• Support the development, maintenance, and monitoring of processes for ride owner registration and permitting
• Review registration materials and ride permit applications for completeness and compliance
• Assist in identifying unregistered amusement ride operators and provide guidance on registration and permitting requirements
• Initiate enforcement actions when necessary, including warnings, notices of violation, or cease and desist orders for noncompliance
• Contribute to administrative or legal proceedings by supplying documentation and relevant findings to hearing officers or judges This role requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a commitment to public safety through consistent enforcement and education. **Contact Information** Office of Human Resources\ \ **Mailing Address:**401 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66603 **Required Documents for this Application to be Complete** **Upload these on the Careers
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