Rachel Howard
Beaufort
Summary
Multi-faceted professional with a strong background in creative problem-solving, workflow management, and client-focused services. Ready to bring expertise and dedication to a new role while contributing to team success and innovation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Human Resources
Coastal Oaks Recovery
Beaufort, SC
06.2025 - 05.2026
- Developed and implemented HR policies to enhance organizational effectiveness.
- Led recruitment efforts, optimizing talent acquisition strategies to attract top candidates.
- Streamlined onboarding processes, improving new hire integration and retention rates.
- Fostered employee engagement initiatives, enhancing workplace culture and morale.
- Oversaw performance management systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
- Collaborated with executive team to align HR strategy with business objectives.
- Managed the onboarding process, providing new hires with necessary tools for success from day one.
Photographer
Leonard's Photography
Parris Island, SC
07.2024 - 06.2025
- Gained experience shooting in various lighting conditions and environments.
- Edited and retouched images to meet client expectations.
- Employed creative problem solving approaches to ensure successful completion of projects under tight deadlines.
- Managed workflow processes from concept development through delivery of final products.
- Maintained up-to-date records regarding client contracts, invoices and payments.
Compliance Manager
AuSable Enterprises
Bluffton, SC
02.2021 - 10.2023
- Developed and maintained compliance policies, procedures, and internal controls to ensure regulatory requirements were met.
- Performed detailed investigations into potential violations of compliance policies.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure adherence to organizational procedures.
- Directed development or implementation of policies and procedures related to compliance throughout organization.
- Filed appropriate compliance reports with regulatory agencies.
Office Manager
Smith Law Firm
Bluffton, SC
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed day-to-day operations of the office, such as ordering supplies, maintaining equipment, and managing calendars.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism.
- Created and maintained filing systems to ensure accurate record keeping.
- Fostered relationships with clients, staff, and attorneys to expedite workflow.
- Implemented office procedures, creating streamlined processes.
- Established relationships with external partners to facilitate business operations.
Education
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Business Administration
The Technical College of the Lowcountry
Beaufort, SCDiploma - Culinary - Macrobiotics
The Kushi Institute of Macrobiotics
Becket, MASkills
- Project Management
- Organizational Skills
- Scheduling & Calendaring
- Case Management
- Enrichment Program Development
- Photography
- Social Media
Certification
- SC Notary Public
- OSHA 30HR
Timeline
Director of Human Resources
Coastal Oaks Recovery
06.2025 - 05.2026
Photographer
Leonard's Photography
07.2024 - 06.2025
Compliance Manager
AuSable Enterprises
02.2021 - 10.2023
Office Manager
Smith Law Firm
10.2019 - 01.2021
Diploma - Culinary - Macrobiotics
The Kushi Institute of Macrobiotics
Associate in Science (A.S.) - Business Administration
The Technical College of the Lowcountry