Safety Specialist (Private Sector)

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13543041 To review the full position and apply, please visit the State of Kansas Careers jobs.ks.gov and reference job ID \# 220499 **About the Position** -

• Who can apply:**Open to all -
• Classified/Unclassified Service:**Unclassified -
• FLSA Status:**Nonexempt -
• Full-Time/Part-Time:**Full-Time -
• Work Schedule:**Monday
• Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm -
• Eligible to Receive Benefits:**Yes -
• Veteran and/or Disability Preference Eligible:** Yes.*See below for description*. -
• Office Location:**Remote. Residency required in western Kansas at time of hire. Would consider central Kansas applicants willing to travel the western region. -
• Application Due:**Thursday, April 23, 2026 -
• Compensation:**\$55,000 per year **Position Summary & Responsibilities**: Safety Specialist (Private Sector) 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 for a**Safety Specialist**to support organizations in maintaining safe and compliant work environments across a variety of industries. **Key Responsibilities:**
• Conduct OSHA consultation visits for private industry, including review of written safety programs and comprehensive walk-through inspections
• Evaluate workplace conditions related to machine guarding, electrical hazards, work practices, housekeeping, and overall safety compliance
• Prepare detailed written reports summarizing site visits, identifying hazards, and recommending methods for abatement and program improvement
• Provide guidance to enhance workplace safety and health programs and ensure regulatory compliance
• Perform follow-up activities to verify correction of identified hazards
• Provide or coordinate additional safety training as requested **Professional Development:**
• Attend training sessions, seminars, and conferences to maintain current knowledge of evolving technology and changes in safety regulations **Additional Duties:**
• Conduct special assignments and investigations as required
• Perform other related duties as assigned **Contact Information** Office of Human Resources\ \ **Mailing Address:**401 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66603 **Job Application Process**
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