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USLA Ben Carlson Lifeguard of the Year Award

Award Highlights

  • Excellence Recognition

Honors lifeguards who significantly exceed
expectations.

  • Prestigious Ceremony

Award presented at the USLA Fall Conference.

  • Complimentary Trip

Winner celebrates in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho*.

Timeline

  • Nomination Period

June 1 - August 10, 2025

  • Announcement

Winner revealed in September 2025.

  • Award Presentation

October 22 - 25, 2025

Nomination Criteria

  • Current USLA member, actively employed as a
    lifeguard.
  • At least 2 years of open water lifeguarding
    experience.
  • Holds a non-management lifeguard position.

Nomination Process

  • Limit of One Nominee Per Agency
  • Nominations can be made by anyone,
    but must be endorsed by senior leadership.
  • Individuals involved in the review and
    selection process may not submit nominations.

Categories of Excellence

  • Leadership/Mentorship

Includes formal roles, mentorship, and
leadership in incidents.

  • Integrity and Honesty

Demonstrates sound decision-making and
promotes professional pride.

  • Teamwork and Reliability

Positively affects team dynamics with
consistent reliability.

  • Effective Communication

Maintains high standards per agency policies.

  • Commitment to Professional
    Development

Actively seeks training to maintain high
fitness and master aquatic environments,
including understanding marine conditions
and advanced rescue techniques.

  • Strong Work Ethic

Consistently exceeds job requirements with
exceptional dedication.

SUBMIT
YOUR NOMINATION

Encourage and honor exceptional lifesavers.

Deadline for submissions: August 10, 2025

*Complimentary trip includes airfare, hotel accommodations and admission to the USLA Fall Board of Directors Meeting & Educational Conference in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.

Honoring the Legacy of Ben Carlson,
The Fallen Newport Beach Hero

The Ben Carlson Memorial & Scholarship Foundation was formed to leverage Ben Carlson's legacy through doing positive work in his memory. Learn more about our partner at bencarlsonfoundation.org.
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