Charles Pursell, SHRM-CP
Henrico,VA
Summary
Driven and decisive professional offering several years of experience managing human resources teams to deliver compliance, personnel communication and workforce programs. Flexible and focused with expertise in recruitment and retention, mediation, staff training and development and complex problem resolution. Develops and implements HR strategies and initiatives aligned with overall business strategy.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Human Resources
ZoeRVA Health
Richmond, VA
04.2024 - Current
- Drafted job descriptions and prepared job postings for open positions.
- Created a positive work environment by promoting team building initiatives and resolving conflicts between employees.
- Maintained confidential records related to personnel files and other sensitive documents.
- Advised senior leadership on organizational structure changes affecting the workforce.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws by monitoring changes in regulations related to human resources management.
- Organized onboarding processes for new hires, including orientation sessions and paperwork completion.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategies that would increase employee engagement levels.
- Assisted in the preparation of annual budgets related to staffing needs.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees in all departments.
- Managed employee benefits programs, such as health insurance, retirement plans, and vacation time.
- Counseled managers on disciplinary actions when necessary.
- Oversaw payroll processing and conducted wage surveys to ensure competitive compensation packages.
- Prepared presentations to company executives regarding employee performance and retention trends.
Director of Human Resources
Vieux Vins Group
Richmond, VA
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented HR strategies aligned with business objectives, ensuring measurable outcomes.
- Ensured accuracy and currency of HR documents including organizational charts and employee handbooks.
- Pioneered employee management systems for recruitment, performance appraisal, compliance, and policy management.
- Supervised annual performance appraisal process, guaranteeing fairness in reviews and data collection.
- Guided HR staff and management through disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
- Maintained knowledge of EEO, FLSA, OSHA, Title VII, ADA, and other HR-related regulations.
Director of Human Resources
VSC Fire & Security, Inc.
Ashland, VA
06.2017 - 04.2022
- Manage HR functions for 1200+ employees by posting job boards, screening candidates, performing background checks, and maintaining organizational/personnel files with high confidentiality
- Provide valuable guidance to the executive team on personnel-related issues, including corrective action, FMLA, policies and procedures, and protecting the welfare of the company and employees.
- Recruit, retain qualified staff, track career advancement, promotions, and transfer/reassignment requests using the Kronos HRIS system, simplifying HR operations, and boosting efficiency.
- Conduct entry/exit/unemployment interviews and orientations, and discuss compensation claims, 401K, and COBRA insurance options, ensuring employees understand company policies and procedures.
- Negotiate yearly healthcare benefits, compensation plans, and employee benefits for open enrollment, incentivizing employees, and increasing workforce productivity.
Human Resources Manager/Healthcare Recruiter
MEDIKO, P.C.
Richmond, VA
11.2012 - 06.2017
- Drove talent acquisition efforts using various Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) for exempt/nonexempt personnel, consultants, and temporary employees, speeding up the recruitment process
- Applied solution-focused thinking in resolving complex employee relations issues, handling concerns investigations, performance evaluations, and improvement plans, improving job satisfaction.
- Represented the HR department as a member of the Employee Ambassador Committee, developing annual employee surveys and improving company culture.
Healthcare Recruiter
United States Army
Richmond, VA
03.2004 - 10.2012
- Recruited and conducted interviews at 13 colleges, 7 hospitals, 3 medical schools, and 1 dental school in an area covering 28,483 miles, procuring qualified healthcare professionals for the US Army.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
Virginia Commonwealth University
Skills
- Talent management
- Employee development
- Conflict resolution
- Work culture development
- Performance & wage reviews
- Disciplinary action
- HRIS systems
- Microsoft Office
- Relationship-building
- Sound judgment
- Empathy
- Decision-making
- Compliance/policy management
- Wage/benefit administration
- Executive coaching
- Effective employee relations
- Recruitment strategies
- Mentorship
- Compliance
- State labor laws
- FMLA
- Policies and procedures
- 401K
- COBRA insurance
- Open enrollment
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)
- Leave of absence
- Conflict management
- Payroll Management
- Onboarding
- Employee Relations
- Records Maintenance
- Performance Management
- Benefits Administration
- Regulatory Compliance
- Compliance Management
Certification
SHRM-CP
Militaryexperience
United States Army, Sergeant First Class
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
ZoeRVA Health
04.2024 - Current
Director of Human Resources
Vieux Vins Group
04.2022 - 02.2024
Director of Human Resources
VSC Fire & Security, Inc.
06.2017 - 04.2022
Human Resources Manager/Healthcare Recruiter
MEDIKO, P.C.
11.2012 - 06.2017
Healthcare Recruiter
United States Army
03.2004 - 10.2012
Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice -
Virginia Commonwealth University
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