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How much do pool manager jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for pool manager in Portland, OR is $21.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.59 and $24.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a pool manager do?

A pool manager oversees the operations of the swimming pool and other aquatic facilities at a public recreation center or private club. As a pool manager, your job duties include managing the staff schedule, hiring and training new staff, supervising lifeguards during busy hours, and enforcing facility safety rules and policies with patrons. Before the center opens, you walk through the whole facility, inspecting equipment and water slides for potential damage and safety issues, and request repairs and maintenance when necessary. You also document the number of visitors that come to the facility daily and make recommendations on how to improve the recreation center's procedures.

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

To thrive as a Pool Manager, you need strong leadership abilities, knowledge of pool safety regulations, and experience in facility maintenance, often supported by certifications like lifeguard training and CPO (Certified Pool Operator). Familiarity with scheduling software and water quality testing equipment is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and customer service skills help manage staff and resolve issues with patrons. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and enjoyable operation of the pool facility for all users.

What is the difference between Pool Manager vs Lifeguard?

AspectPool ManagerLifeguard
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, Pool OperationsCPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Certification
Work EnvironmentOffice setting, overseeing pool operationsPoolside, monitoring swimmers
ResponsibilitiesManaging staff, maintenance, safety policiesMonitoring swimmers, enforcing safety rules

The main difference between a Pool Manager and a Lifeguard is that the Pool Manager oversees the entire pool operation, including staff management and safety policies, while the Lifeguard primarily focuses on monitoring swimmers and ensuring safety during pool hours. Both roles require CPR and First Aid certifications, but the Pool Manager's responsibilities are broader, involving administrative tasks and maintenance coordination.

What are some common challenges a pool manager faces during peak season, and how can they be addressed?

During peak season, Pool Managers often encounter challenges such as managing high guest volumes, ensuring staff coverage, and maintaining safety standards. Balancing guest satisfaction with strict adherence to safety protocols requires strong organizational skills and quick decision-making. Effective delegation, clear communication with lifeguards and maintenance staff, and proactive scheduling can help address these challenges. Regular staff training and contingency planning for emergencies are also key strategies for success.

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Infographic showing various Pool Manager job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 13% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $43,957 per year, or $21.1 per hour.

Part Time Faculty Interest Pool - Environmental Studies

Portland Community College

Portland, OR • On-site

Part-time

Retirement

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Join our Team at Portland Community College
Please Note: PCC currently limits employment to individuals residing in Oregon and Washington. Employment offers are contingent upon the ability to establish residence in Oregon or Washington. Portland Community College will also ensure that applicants requiring reasonable accommodation for the hiring process are provided for. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the PCC Talent Acquisition Team at pccjobs@pcc.edu.
Portland Community College is the largest post-secondary institution in Oregon and 19th largest in the nation, serving approximately 80,000 full- and part-time students. With four comprehensive campuses, five workforce training and education centers, and 200 community locations in the Portland metropolitan area, our unique role is to make high-quality education accessible to everyone, creating opportunities for our students and contributing to the economic development of our community.
Portland Community College is accepting applications to be considered for Part-Time Faculty assignments in Environmental Studies. The Department will review applications in this pool as the need arises for new part-time faculty in this area.
This is NOT an announcement of a specific open position, but a Part-time Faculty Interest Pool, from which the department will identify applicants based on course assignment needs during the Academic Year.
Our Program and Who We Are Looking For
Learn more about our program here https://www.pcc.edu/programs/environmental-studies/
Please also review the PCC Course Catalog for this subject area. As part of this application, you will be asked to list the current PCC courses which you would be able to teach.
If this sounds like a learning community that you would like to be a part of, and an important role that you would like to play at PCC, please complete your application today to be considered.
Instructor Qualifications
For ESR 140 and ESR 141:
  • Master's degree (or higher) in the subject area (see below)

OR
  • Master's degree in related subject area
  • At least 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in any of the subject areas

The following are considered degrees in the subject area:
  • Aquatic science / Limnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Botany
  • Chemistry, Earth Science, Ecology, Entomology, Environmental Economics
  • Environmental Engineering, Environmental Geology, Environmental Science
  • Environmental Studies, Evolution / Evolutionary Biology, Fisheries and Wildlife
  • Forest Science, Geochemistry, Geography, Geology, Landscape Architecture
  • Marine Science, Natural Resources Management, Soil Science
  • Sustainability, Urban Studies, Zoology

The following are Related Subject Areas:
  • Education
  • Science Education

For ESR 150,160, 171, 203 and ESR 298:
  • Master's degree (or higher) in the subject area (see below)

OR
  • Master's degree in related subject area
  • At least 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in any of the subject areas

The following are considered degrees in the subject area:
  • Aquatic science / Limnology, Biology, Botany
  • Ecology, Entomology, Environmental Science
  • Environmental Studies, Evolution / Evolutionary Biology, Fisheries and Wildlife
  • Forest Science,
  • Marine Science, Natural Resources Management, Zoology

The following are Related Subject Areas:
  • Chemistry, Education, Geography, Geology
  • Science Education

For ESR 172:
  • Master's degree (or higher) in the subject area (see below)

OR
  • Master's degree in related subject area
  • At least 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in any of the subject areas

The following are considered degrees in the subject area:
  • Biochemistry, Chemistry, Environmental Chemistry, Geochemistry

The following are Related Subject Areas:
  • Biology, Education, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, Geology, Science Education

For ESR 173:
  • Master's degree (or higher) in the subject area (see below)

OR
  • Master's degree in related subject area
  • At least 30 quarter hours of graduate credit in any of the subject areas

The following are considered degrees in the subject area:
  • Earth Science, Environmental Geology, Geochemistry, Geology, Geophysics, Soil Science

The following are Related Subject Areas:
  • Biology, Chemistry, Education, Environmental Science/Studies, Geography, , Science Education

For ESR 201:
  • Master's degree (or higher) in
  • Environmental Law, Environmental Management, Environmental Science, Environmental Studies/policy and
  • One year full time equivalent non-teaching work experience in the field and at least one graduate level course (of at least three credits) in environmental policy or law

For additional course-specific, demonstrated competency, and provisional approval requirements, please see the Environmental Studies Instructor Qualifications page.
Why You'll Love Working Here
The PCC district encompasses a 1,500-square-mile area in northwest Oregon and offers two-year degrees, one-year certificate programs, short-term training, alternative education, pre-college courses and life-long learning. As part of our College community, you'll enjoy:
  • A collaborative and inspiring campus community
  • Opportunities for learning and professional development

Portland Community College embraces equity and inclusion as a priority. We are committed to building a community with a variety of backgrounds, skills, views, and life experiences. The more we value equity and inclusion, the more we will add value to the work we do and how we serve our students, engage with each other, and the Oregon Community that we serve. Creating a culture that honors equity and inclusion is our objective and the smart path forward.
Note Regarding Academic Credentials
  • Official transcripts are required to be submitted within 2 weeks of offer date for degrees required in the stated Instructor Qualifications.
  • Instructors shall have earned required academic credentials at a regionally accredited US institution or a foreign institution having the equivalent of regional accreditation. Instructors with credentials from other countries will have their transcripts evaluated by agencies that have good standing with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services to establish fulfillment of this standard. (for more information see http://www.pcc.edu/hr/employment/faculty-information.html)
  • For more information on PCC's General Instructor Qualifications Policy I301 visit: http://catalog.pcc.edu/handbook/i301-instructorqualifications/

These positions are included in the bargaining agreement between Portland Community College and the Portland Community College Faculty Federation Employees.
See the PCC Instructor Qualifications webpage for more information.
Total Rewards Package / What We Offer
As a new Part-Time Faculty employee, you may be eligible for certain benefits through PCC, such as Oregon Sick Leave and retirement savings plans.
More detailed information on the benefits plans, who is eligible, and how to enroll or make changes can be found at pcc.edu/hr/benefits. Please email PCCBenefits@pcc.edu if you have any questions.
Part-time Faculty Compensation at PCC
Newly hired Part-time Faculty at PCC will generally start at Step 1 of the current salary schedule.
Hourly rates are determine based upon the type of course taught (Lecture, Lab, or Lecture/Lab).
For more information please review the Part-time Faculty Salary Schedule on PCC's Compensation page:
https://www.pcc.edu/hr/compensation/
Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment
Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility. Please do not send your documentation to the hiring manager directly. For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:
  • Veterans: DD214
  • Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Notice of the Availability of the Annual Security Report
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), you may view Portland Community College's (PCC) most recent Annual Security Report (ASR) on the Department of Public Safety website. The ASR contains current security and safety-related policy disclosure statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information and resources, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains crime statistics for Clery Act crimes which occurred on PCC properties for the last three calendar years. Paper copies of the ASR are available upon request at all Department of Public Safety offices.
PCC Employment Offers are Contingent Upon the Successful Completion of a Criminal Background Check
Please note that Portland Community College is not currently able to provide visa (e.g. H1-B Visa) sponsorship for potential employees.
Contact PCC at pccjobs@pcc.edu if you have questions

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