CIVIL AFFAIRS TEAM

The Civil Affairs team is the Army’s link to indigenous populations and institutions during a military operation. This team is responsible for engaging with local peoples and addressing their needs.

The Civil Affairs team supports both conventional and Special Operations forces. Civil Affairs Soldiers identify critical requirements of local citizens in combat or crisis situations. They locate civil resources to support military operations, minimize civilian interference with military operations, facilitate humanitarian-assistance activities and establish and maintain communication with civilian aid agencies and organizations.

Active duty noncommissioned officers and officers who volunteer for airborne status can reclassify as Civil Affairs Soldiers after successful completion of Civil Affairs Assessment and Selection and the Civil Affairs Qualification Course.

The career path for both officers and enlisted Soldiers may include a mix of conventional and Special Operations assignments. Civil Affairs Soldiers will also have opportunities to serve and advise U.S. government agencies and other military branches.