Lennie Lawrence has been named as caretaker manager ahead of Oxford City fixture.
Whoever lands the managerial hotseat will certainly have a lot of work ahead to turn around Pools’ fortunes.
But it is a job that is likely to attract some high quality candidates.
Here we look at the front runners, according to BetVictor, as well as some outside shots.
Let us know who you would like to take charge of the club and why.
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1. Paul Hurst - 4/1
Paul Hurst turned around the fortunes of Grimsby Town to win promotion back to the Football League in what would be a very similar mission at Hartlepool United. Photo: GLYN KIRK
2. Anthony Sweeney - 6/1
Anthony Sweeney is a fans favourites after 13 seasons with Hartlepool. The current first team coach made 444 appearances, making him the third highest appearance maker in the club's history. Photo: Richard Heathcote
3. Darren Sarll - 8/1
Darren Sarll has extensive experience of non-league football and was most recently the manager of Woking. Photo: Michael Steele
4. Matt Gray - 10/1
Matt Gray won the National League with Sutton United and is currently looking for work. Photo: Bryn Lennon