SALLIE WITTMANN

9901 East 112th Drive, Henderson, Colorado 80640

303-946-7187
sallie.wittmann@yahoo.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Well-experienced, dedicated, and results-driven professional with solid and prog
ressive experience in all facets of human resources management. Highly skilled a
t managing employee relations, benefits, leave of absence, recruitment, retentio
n, and training. Demonstrated outstanding ability in providing critical support
in the development and implementation of human resources strategies that achieve
optimal business results. Possess proven ability in maximizing information reso
urces, along with capacity to perform needs assessments and gather appropriate d
ocuments to assess efficiency and processes. Adept at effectively balancing orga
nizational and employee needs, coupled with exceptional problem solving, interpe
rsonal, and communication skills. Proficient in Windows 2000, Microsoft Word, Ex
cel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Scheduler; Abra, AS/400, ReportWrit
er; PINs, Kronos, WordPerfect 5.0 and 6.0, EduKeep, Hirsch Identity Management,
Secure Perfect, ADP, and Paycom.

HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

- Key Strengths
- Employment and Labor Codes
- Recruiting and Hiring Process
- Policy Development and Implementation
- Conflict Resolution
- Analytical and Strategic Planning
- Talent/Skills Assessment
- Training and Development
- Benefits and Compensation
- Communication and Organizational Skills

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

MILE HIGH RACING & ENTERTAINMENT ~ Denver, CO

Human Resources Director 2006-Present
Assume full responsibility in overseeing overall HR functions, such as recruitme
nt, retention, safety, workers’ compensation administration, attendance tracking, FM
LA administration, and union avoidance as well as conducting formal investigatio
ns to provide answers to employee complaints. Hold liable for developing monthly
employee newsletter, providing Employee of the Month awards, as well as birthda
y and anniversary recognition. Strictly impose all company policies and procedur
es.
- Proficiently managed a maximum employment of 400 employees, along with 4
01(k) and health insurance plans as well as W-2Gs, general liability and Jockey’s In
surance Claim reporting
- Demonstrated exceptional performance in managing Department of Labor aud
it that resulted in reduced costs for fines by 50%
SAM’S TOWN TUNICA CASINO ~ Tunica, MS
Human Resources Manager 2005-2006
Held fully accountable for administering workers’ compensation, FMLA administration,
union avoidance, and formal investigations to provide resolutions to employees’ gri
evances.
- Utilized exceptional administrative skills in managing and monitoring ap
proximately 1200 employees; handling monthly newsletter, perfect attendance prog
ram, employee of the month program, and employee rallies; as well as coordinatin
g children’s Christmas Party, biannual talent show contest, and annual awards banque
t
- Provided effective assistance in writing responses to EEOC complaints

THE TFE GROUP ~ Memphis, TN

Human Resources Manager 2003-2004
Executed superior skills in managing 100 employees at William Sonoma facilities
in Memphis and Olive Branch. Performed various tasks, such as client relations,
recruitment, retention, safety, workers’ compensation administration, payroll, atten
dance, FMLA administration, and union avoidance.
- Recognized efforts and promoted three times during employment
- Pivotal in the development of local newsletter, perfect attendance and "
MVP" program, safety award program, as well as Group Leader training and develop
ment

THE TFE GROUP ~ Louisville, KY

Human Resources Supervisor 1999-2003
Proficiently handled a maximum employment of 450 employees and performed various
duties, such as workers' compensation administration, investigation of work com
pensation claims, OSHA compliance, Forklift Program management, Safety Committee
meetings performance, and development of the reporting process for non-work rel
ated injuries (process used company-wide). Directed the FMLA administration incl
uding approval process, other leaves of absence, and ADA administration.
- Developed and executed safety audits to reduce accidents as well as OSHA
recordable accidents from 78 for first year of employment to 11 in 2003
- Played a lead role in developing efficient procedures for attendance tra
cking while ensuring compliance with DOL requirements for payroll and attendance

EARLIER EXPERIENCE
INTERIM HEALTHCARE ~ Louisville, KY
Human Resources/Executive Administrative Assistant 1998-1999
SEVEN COUNTY SERVICES ~ Louisville, KY
Human Resources Administrative Assistant 1997-1998
CROWN TEMPORARY SERVICES ~ Louisville, KY
Secretary 1997

EDUCATION/CREDENTIALS
Associate of Arts in Paralegal Studies ~ 1996
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE ~ Louisville, KY
Affiliate Broker License ~ 2004
D&D SCHOOL OF REAL ESTATE ~ Memphis, TN

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Family Medical Leaving Training
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Training ~ 1999

AFFILIATIONS AND ACTIVITIES

Member ~ Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) ~ 2006
Certified Foster Parent