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Assistant Manager

Vancouver, WA ยท On-site

$20 - $22/hr

As a Windsor Assistant Manager you are a key member of our store leadership team. You support the ... You are consistently making new networking connections to ensure your store has a wide talent pool.

Assistant Manager

Vancouver, WA ยท On-site

$20 - $22/hr

As a Windsor Assistant Manager you are a key member of our store leadership team. You support the ... You are consistently making new networking connections to ensure your store has a wide talent pool.

As a Windsor Assistant Manager you are a key member of our store leadership team. You support the ... You are consistently making new networking connections to ensure your store has a wide talent pool.

Assistant Manager

Happy Valley, OR ยท On-site

$20 - $21/hr

As a Windsor Assistant Manager you are a key member of our store leadership team. You support the ... You are consistently making new networking connections to ensure your store has a wide talent pool.

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How much do assistant pool manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant pool manager in Portland, OR is $37.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.84 and $19.21 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some typical challenges an assistant pool manager faces during peak season, and how can they effectively address them?

During peak swimming season, Assistant Pool Managers often face challenges such as coordinating staff schedules, managing high patron volume, and ensuring pool safety compliance. Effective communication and proactive planning are key to maintaining smooth operations and a positive environment for both staff and guests. Regular training sessions, clear delegation of responsibilities, and quick problem-solving help address issues like overcrowding or equipment malfunctions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for all.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant pool manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Pool Manager, you need a solid understanding of pool operations, water safety, and basic maintenance, usually supported by a lifeguard certification and knowledge of first aid and CPR. Familiarity with pool chemical testing kits, scheduling software, and incident reporting systems is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills help you manage staff and respond to patrons effectively. These qualifications are essential to ensure the safe, efficient, and enjoyable operation of the pool facility.

What is an assistant pool manager?

Assistant pool managers are professionals who help oversee the daily operations of swimming pools, working under the direction of a pool manager. Their duties typically include supervising lifeguards, ensuring pool safety and cleanliness, assisting with scheduling, handling customer inquiries, and enforcing pool rules and regulations. They play a key role in maintaining a safe environment for swimmers and supporting the overall management of the aquatic facility.

What is the difference between Assistant Pool Manager vs Lifeguard?

AspectAssistant Pool ManagerLifeguard
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification, Pool OperationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification
Work EnvironmentSupervisory role overseeing pool operations and staffMonitoring pool safety and enforcing rules
Employer & Industry UsageRecreation centers, public pools, hotelsPublic pools, beaches, water parks

The Assistant Pool Manager typically has additional responsibilities such as supervising staff and managing pool operations, requiring similar certifications as lifeguards. Lifeguards focus primarily on safety and rescue duties. Both roles are essential in aquatic environments, but the Assistant Pool Manager holds a broader supervisory position.

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Assistant General Manager

Goldfish Swim School - West Linn

West Linn, OR โ€ข On-site

$24 - $26/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago


Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Employee discounts
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Are you looking for a great gig where the work is actually fun? Do you want to work somewhere you can get real job experience and make a difference? Check out Goldfish Swim School! We're a rapidly growing, award-winning franchise that is not your typical company!
We change lives. We help children reach their goals. We wear flip-flops. We work in a 90-degree pool. We love our employees and reward hard work with shout awards, gift cards, and fun social events! We offer paid training and flexible shifts that are perfect for students or folks who want to grab extra hours without working late nights. Even better? Due to the rapid growth of our school, advancement opportunities exist for the right candidate.
Benefits:
  • Leadership roles
  • Flexible hours
  • Great pay
  • Valuable work experience
  • Increased social opportunities
  • Future references/referrals

Requirements:
  • Ability to work with children
  • Excellent interpersonal communication and organizational skills
  • Must pass background examinations (included with training)
  • Sales and Markerting experience

Job Title: Assistant General Manager
Reports to: General Manager
FLSA Status: Exempt
Summary: Oversees the quality and success of Goldfish Swim School daily operations, including staffing, pool operations, cash management, customer service, retail and vending department, private party operations and workplace employee activities.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  1. Directs and controls the daily operations to ensure the school is running according to GSS standard operating procedures.
  2. Assists General Manager and department managers with fulfillment the daily tasks.
  3. Manages the staff of GSS to ensure high productivity, excellent performance and positive employee satisfaction.
  4. Trains and oversees aquatics department to provide superior swim instruction to the students of GSS. Interacts with Deck Supervisors and Golden Teachers on issues related to class scheduling, student progress, customer service and employee performance and training.
  5. Provides sales and marketing training to all qualified sales staff.
  6. Provides direction in the retail and vending departments to ensure a proper mix of products and pricing is achieved.
  7. Trains and oversees private party staff to ensure that the GSS standard operating procedures are being maintained.
  8. Gains knowledge and experience in the iClassPro software to achieve a high level of competence in bookings, class scheduling, reporting and administrative functions.
  9. Gains a high level of knowledge and experience in the GSS pool operations necessary to maintain a safe and sanitary swim environment.
  10. Initiates and oversees workplace employee activities ("Fun" Department) with the goal of achieving improved employee satisfaction.
  11. Directs and oversees the implementation of the Emergency Action Plan and all safety procedures that pertain to the GSS facility and trains all current staff on the GSS EAP.
  12. Maintains current certifications and stays up-to-date professionally on the aquatics and management field.
  13. Fulfills other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Employer.

Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED is required. Bachelor's degree or higher preferred. Experience as a certified lifeguard, youth sports instructor/coach, camp counselor and/or childcare provider required. Two or more years management experience preferred. Two or more years as a swimming instructor preferred.
Certificates and Licenses: Lifeguard, CPR/AED and first Aid certification required. Shallow water attendant highly recommended.
Work Environment: While performing this job, the employee is regularly exposed to heat and humidity. Noise level is usually moderate.
Compensation: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour
Tropical Vibes & Impacting Lives!
You feel it the moment you walk in. There's more than vibrant colors, a tropical theme and happy children. There's something different, something extraordinary. Something truly GOLDEN. It's passionNot just a passion for kids or a passion for swimming...it's a special passion for changing - even saving - lives, by being a part of kids learning to swim.
When you work at Goldfish, you're not just an employee. You're a part of something bigger. You're making an impact; a splash in the lives of the children in your community. You're an integral part of a team, working together to move forward a mission. You're also making waves in your future, learning life lessons in and out of the pool through mentorship, leadership and passion. At Goldfish, it's more than a job - it's an endless pool of possibilities, opportunities and life-changing moments!
Making Waves with Passion, Purpose & Core Values!
At Goldfish, our core values are at the heart of everything we do, and behind every decision that we make. To us, these values are more than just words - they're embraced with purpose in our everyday lives, and what allows us to make a splash in our community, and in the lives of our members and our team!
We go above and beyond with every detail to create a GOLDEN Experience!
We believe in nurturing a culture that provides WOW! Customer Service
We do the right things, make the right decisions and treat people with Integrity โ€ข Compassion โ€ข Trust
We meet and exceed expectations so you see Extraordinary Results
We make a big deal about life's accomplishments by remembering to Celebrate!
Each Goldfish Swim School is an independently owned and operated franchise. The respective Franchisee is the employer at each Goldfish Swim School location. Each franchisee can set their own wages, benefit programs and terms and conditions of employment, which may vary at each Goldfish Swim School location.