The Civilian Award For Humanitarian Service Medal honors civilian individuals who perform noteworthy service or deeds of a humanitarian bent. It is awarded at the discretion of the relevant major Army commands.
The Civilian Aerial Achievement Medal was created in 1988 with the intent to honor Air Force personnel who are not eligible to receive the Air Medal.
Established in 1959, the Army Outstanding Civilian Service Award Medal Ribbon is issued to civilian individuals who provide outstanding service or make major contributions to the United States Army.
Established in June 1998, the Army Exceptional Public Service Award honors civilians who provide outstanding service or contributions to advance objectives of the Department of the Army. Civilian employees and contractors for the United States Armed Forces are not eligible.
Established on December 29, 1945, the Army Decoration for Exceptional Civilian Service recognizes sustained conduct or service of unusual merit.
Established in May of 1956, the Army Decoration for Distinguished Civilian Service honors individuals who have made substantial contributions to the Armed Forces but are not eligible for the Army’s Honorary Awards. Neither Army civilian employees nor personnel are eligible.
Established in 1983, the Army Commander’s Award for Public Service Medal recognizes civilians who have made significant contributions to supporting Armed Forces operations through demeanor or accomplishment.
Established on August 22, 1997, the Armed Forces Civilian Service Medal honors civilian employees of the Department of Defense who provide support to military forces or who participate in long-term peacekeeping or humanitarian operations under similar circumstances as members of the uniformed military.
The second-highest award granted to civilians, the Air Force Meritorious Civilian Service Award Medal is approved at the MAJCOM level. It is presented to civilian employees of the Air Force who demonstrate excellence in carrying out their duties for a minimum period of one year, to those who demonstrate notable initiative in improving procedures or protocols, or to those who otherwise contribute to general morale and performance.
The Air Force Outstanding Civilian Career Service Award Medal Ribbon is issued upon retirement to civilian employees of the United States Air Force who demonstrated exceptional comportment and achievement throughout their career.
