Stefan Kljajic

Stefan Kljajic

Lead mixologist, Lead Server

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Court Officer at Lake County Sheriff's Office

  • Education

    • Adler University

      2015 - 2017
      Master of Arts (M.A.) Emergency Management 4.0 GPA

      Activities and Societies: Emergency Management Disaster drill exercise | MABAS Div. 2 & 13, Incident Action Plan, October 3, 2015, 0800-1600, Elgin IL - Incident Command System - Logistics section chief Emergency management is the creation of plans through which communities reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters. Disaster management does not avert or eliminate the threats; instead, it focuses on creating plans to decrease the effect of disasters. Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, blizzards, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or… Show more Emergency management is the creation of plans through which communities reduce vulnerability to hazards and cope with disasters. Disaster management does not avert or eliminate the threats; instead, it focuses on creating plans to decrease the effect of disasters. Plan and direct disaster response or crisis management activities, provide disaster preparedness training, and prepare emergency plans and procedures for natural (e.g., hurricanes, blizzards, floods, earthquakes), wartime, or technological (e.g., nuclear power plant emergencies or hazardous materials spills) disasters or hostage situations.Curriculum:►Risk management cycle-Mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery►Psychology of Terrorism►Private Sector Emergency Management Strategies►Disaster Mental Health and Behavioral Application in Emergency Management►Disaster Response Recovery and Continuity►Supporting Functional Needs and Diverse Communities in Disasters►Essentials of Effective Communications Show less

    • Oakton Community College

      2010 - 2012
      Associate of Arts (A.A.) Liberal Arts 3.3 GPA President's Scholar

      General education studiesCurriculum:►Public speaking/effective speech►Introduction to business►Introduction to sociology►Introduction to biology►Introduction to life science ►Introduction to environmental biology►English 101 & 102►U.S. History

    • Southern New Hampshire University

      2011 - 2014
      Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3.6 GPA Cum Laude

      The scientific study of human behavior in the workplace and applies psychological theories and principles to organizations and individuals in their workplace. I-O Psychology merges psychology courses with core business courses to provide a focused field. where you learn how to apply psychological principles to improve individual performance within an organization or business. You also discover what makes these principles so effective, whether for recruitment and selection or for training and… Show more The scientific study of human behavior in the workplace and applies psychological theories and principles to organizations and individuals in their workplace. I-O Psychology merges psychology courses with core business courses to provide a focused field. where you learn how to apply psychological principles to improve individual performance within an organization or business. You also discover what makes these principles so effective, whether for recruitment and selection or for training and development.Curriculum:►Introduction to psychology►Research methodology►Social psychology►Industrial organisational psychology►Cognitive psychology►Assessment and testing►Training and development►Strategic management►Operations management►Human relations in administration Show less

  • Experience

    • Vi

      Sept 2006 - Feb 2016
      Lead mixologist, Lead Server

      Vi is a Type A, luxury CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) that provides residents with independent living, as well as a continuum of care on-site.Responsiblties:►Mixing and creating cocktails/drinks►Training new hire mixologist and servers►Serve tables and private parties►Report directly to management concerning daily operations►Provide any additional customer service needs and care to members►In charge of leading, guiding and aligning employees with company goals Show less

    • Des Plaines Police Department

      Dec 2015 - now
      Emergency Manager (Internship)

      The City of Des Plaines Homeland Security and Emergency Management Agency is responsible for providing a Citywide Homeland Security and Emergency Management Program that will integrate all available first responders, city departments, resources, key elected and appointed officials, citizens corps, and the private sector into a cohesive disaster management effort. The agency is responsible for the planning and preparedness necessary to coordinate the elements of an effective Homeland Security and Emergency Management Program for the protection of the residents and visitors to our city from any natural, man-made disasters or emergencies.Responsibilties:►Assist in emergency planning and education for the city of Des Plaines and its community ► Create and develop progressive emergency management projects► Work on and assist in special events and assignments►Developed a social media proposal for the city and police department of Des Plaines►Assisted in the development and planning of emergency operation plans for Des Plaines community events.►Respond to emergency calls.►Interact with public, provide crowd control, direct emergency traffic. Show less

    • Lake County Sheriff's Office

      Feb 2016 - now
      Court Officer

      Promote justice and effective operation of the judicial system. Responsible for maintaining order and security both within court and administrative buildings, as well as all applicable outbuildings and property affiliated with court proceedings.Duties include ensuring all parties, judge, attorneys, witnesses, and the general public audience are safe during trial proceedings by inspecting premises for contraband, escorting prisoners and jury members to and from holding rooms, as well as intervening in the event of general disruptions or violent behavior. In addition, Court Officers monitor each trial session to ensure courtroom protocols are properly observed and adhered to.Responsibilities:►Promote justice and effective operations of the judicial system►Oversee jury trails and maintain lawful proceedings by accurately documenting legal procedures ►Uphold laws, safety and security of the judicial system, courthouse, and perimeter►Interact with the public and government officials by being courteous, firm, tactful, impartial and professional►Reacting and responding calmly in emergency situations►Special training: Conflict management & Resolution, Cultural diversity & Community Relations, Basic first aid, Use of force.►Certifications- Taser and OC Spray, Firearms training.►Transference of detainees to and from correctional holding location.►Promote building safety and security. Show less

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Illinois professional development series

      Illinois Emergency Management Agency
    • Social Media for Natural Disaster Response and Recovery

      National Disaster Preparedness Training Center
    • FEMA professional development series

      FEMA
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Stefan Kljajic
      Cum Laude Southern New Hampshire University Sep 2014
    • Awarded to Stefan Kljajic
      President’s Scholar Oakton Community College Jun 2012
    • Awarded to Stefan Kljajic
      Employee of the month Vi at The Glen May 2012
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Patient wellness and Care

      Issued by Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago on May 2012
      Rehabilitation Institute of ChicagoAssociated with Stefan Kljajic
    • Food pantry distribution and help

      Issued by Irving park community food pantry on Jun 2009
      Irving park community food pantryAssociated with Stefan Kljajic