In brief

Those interested in becoming a Newport Beach lifeguard have until

Wednesday to register for tryouts.

The Newport Beach Fire and Marine Department holds open tryouts every

winter. Applicants who file their paperwork by the deadline must return

on March 5 to participate in the tryouts.

Candidates will be required to complete a 1,000-meter swim in less than

20 minutes and a 1,000-meter competitive run-swim-run event.

The city will likely choose 40 to 50 individuals, who then will attend a

series of training classes between March and May. Pay range is between

$11.83 and $15.83 per hour.

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age and must undergo a physical

examination. Registration forms are available at the city’s lifeguard

headquarters at Newport Pier or the Human Resources Department at City

Hall, 3300 Newport Blvd.

Applications must be returned by 5 p.m. Wednesday.

For more information, call (949) 644-3170.