Safety Specialist (Private Sector)

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: review the full position and apply, please visit the State of KansasCareers jobs.ks.gov and reference job ID # 220499About 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 yearPosition Summary & Responsibilities: Safety Specialist (PrivateSector)The[Industrial Safety & Healthdivision](Department of Labor](for aSafety Specialistto support organizations inmaintaining safe and compliant work environments across a variety ofindustries.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 requestedProfessional Development:- Attend training sessions, seminars, and conferences to maintain current knowledge of evolving technology and changes in safety regulationsAdditional Duties:- Conduct special assignments and investigations as required- Perform other related duties as assignedContact InformationOffice of Human ResourcesMailing Address:401 SW Topeka Blvd., Topeka, KS 66603Job Application Process- First Sign in or register as a New User.- Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. This information is included on all your job applications.- Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page. This information is included on all your job applications.- Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete. - Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.- Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter. - Email sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page - Notifications view the Careers> My Job Notifications pageHelpful Resources at[jobs.ks.gov](Apply for a Job Instructions and How to Search for a JobInstructions

Created: 2026-04-14