Karla Rieves

Patrol Sergeant at City of Fayetteville North Carolina-Police Department (2004-03 – Present)

Supervised a patrol shift of 14 officers and provided leadership during high-risk incidents and major investigations.

• Led and supported investigations involving child abuse, elder abuse, fraud, property crimes, robbery, and assaults, ensuring trauma-informed and legally sound practices.
• Coordinated with prosecutors, social services, and multidisciplinary teams to strengthen case outcomes and support vulnerable victims.
• Reviewed reports and case files for accuracy and compliance, improving investigative quality and reducing case deficiencies.
• Delivered training and mentorship to officers on investigative techniques, victim interviewing, and evidence handling.

Ammunition Inspector at NC Army National Guard (2021-03 – Present)

Inspected ammunition, explosives, rockets, missiles, and components for defects, corrosion, and serviceability in accordance with Army technical manuals and explosive safety standards.

• Verified lot numbers, condition codes, and manufacturing data to ensure compliance with quality-control and regulatory requirements.
• Identified unserviceable or unsafe ammunition and coordinated reclassification, segregation, or destruction actions.
• Conducted surveillance inspections and documented findings to maintain readiness and prevent explosive hazards.
• Managed safe receipt, storage, and issue of ammunition at Ammunition Supply Points (ASPs) and field storage sites.
• Ensured storage layouts met quantity-distance (QD) requirements, hazard-class segregation rules, and federal explosive safety regulations.
• Monitored environmental conditions and storage practices to prevent deterioration and ensure long-term stability of ammunition stocks.
• Enforced explosive safety protocols, including grounding, fire prevention, and proper handling procedures.
• Maintained accurate stock records, inventories, and documentation for all ammunition transactions using automated ammunition management systems.
• Reconciled discrepancies, prepared reports, and ensured audit readiness for all ammunition assets.
• Verified turn-in of unused ammunition, residue, and brass to maintain accountability and regulatory compliance.
• Supervised issue and turn-in operations, ensuring correct quantities, lot numbers, and documentation for supported units.
• Coordinated transportation of ammunition, ensuring proper packaging, placarding, and compliance with hazardous-materials regulations.
• Supported training events by forecasting ammunition requirements and ensuring timely distribution to units.
• Conducted controlled destruction of expired, damaged, or unsafe ammunition and explosives in accordance with safety and environmental standards.
• Prepared demolition plans, executed disposal operations, and documented destruction actions for accountability.
• Provided technical guidance to units on ammunition handling, storage, and explosive safety.
• Established and managed temporary field storage sites during training exercises and operational missions.
• Trained Soldiers in ammunition inspection procedures, explosive safety, and proper handling techniques.

Paralegal at NC Army National Guard (2004-03 – 2012-11)

Provided legal and administrative support across all major legal disciplines—military justice, administrative law, claims, legal assistance, operational law, and international/contract law. This includes preparing legal documents, researching regulations, and ensuring commanders receive timely and accurate legal guidance

Satellite and Wideband Telemetry Systems Technician at US AIR FORCE (1994-04 – 2003-03)

Operated and maintained satellite wideband and telemetry systems supporting mission-critical communications across tactical and fixed sites.

• Performed RF diagnostics, antenna alignment, and link optimization using advanced test equipment.
• Analyzed telemetry data and resolved system anomalies to ensure continuous operational capability.

Master's degree in Middle Grades Curriculum and Instruction – Liberty University (2020-08)

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration – Fayetteville State University (2000-12)

Associate's degree in Applied Electronics – Community College of the Air Force (1999-05)

High school diploma or equivalent – Sumner High School (1989-05)