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Safety & Security Officer

Lifespace Communities · Mequon, WI · $17.16–$23.60 an hour · Part time

Posted Jul 14, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a time you had to stay calm during an emergency.

What they are checking: Whether they have shown steady judgment under pressure, which is the core of this job.

How do you build good relationships with residents while still enforcing rules?

What they are checking: Whether they can be a friendly, trusted presence for residents while holding the line on safety.

What would you do

The fire alarm goes off at 2 a.m. What do you do in the first five minutes?

What they are checking: Whether they know how to respond, locate the source, notify staff and protect residents who may not move quickly.

How would you run a fire drill so residents and staff take it seriously without scaring anyone?

What they are checking: Whether they can schedule and lead drills on every shift and keep accurate logs, as the posting requires.

A resident with memory loss is trying to leave the building late at night. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they can redirect a confused resident gently and get nursing involved instead of using force.

A visitor without a badge is walking through a resident hallway late in the evening. How do you approach them?

What they are checking: Whether they can confront politely but firmly and follow visitor procedures to protect residents.

During rounds you find a broken exit light and a propped-open door. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they fix what they can, document repair needs and follow up so hazards don't stay open.

About the work

Walk me through how you'd do your rounds inside and outside the building on an overnight shift.

What they are checking: Whether they have a methodical routine that covers doors, exits and grounds without becoming predictable or skipped.

What life safety systems should you know well in a senior living building?

What they are checking: Whether they understand fire panels, sprinklers, emergency lighting and door alarms, which the posting names.

Why does your guard report need to be detailed and accurate?

What they are checking: Whether they see that the next shift and leadership rely on their notes to keep everyone safe.

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The full job description

As published by Lifespace Communities.

Community: Newcastle Place Address: 12600 N Port Mequon, Wisconsin 53092 Pay Range $17.16-$23.60+ Hourly Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our outstanding team as our new Safety and Security Officer today! A few details about the role: • Make scheduled rounds inside and outside of the building to maintain a secure environment. • Schedule and ensure that all fire and disaster drills are conducted for each shift and accurate detailed logs are kept. • Maintain security records, including and not limited to safety inspections, repair needs of equipment, unusual circumstances, and service requests. Ensure that all safety equipment is in good working order. • Respond to all fire alarms and emergency calls and notify appropriate team members, as necessary. • A good working knowledge of all life safety systems. • Maintain daily guard report of shift and provide detail explanation of occurrences and ensures that information shared between shifts is accurate. • Responsible for ensuring that all guests, team members, residents, vendors etc. enter and exit the community and building through the appropriate entrances and exits and provide appropriate identification as requested. • Perform light maintenance as needed or requested such as changing light bulbs, unclogging toilets/drains etc. • Transport residents and/or team members on and/or off the property as needed or requested. • Deliver packages to residents and distribute in-house mail. • Greet residents and guests, assist with luggage, and packages and parks and retrieves resident vehicles. And here’s what you need to apply: • High school diploma or equivalent required. • Two to three years applicable experience. • A state issued driver’s license with a driving record clear of infractions as defined by current insurance mandates. Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization. Equal Opportunity Employer

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