In Episode #78 of The Clear Voice, Rowlett Mayor Jeff Winget joins Host James Groom and lead recruiter Michael Boese to discuss the search for Rowlett's next City Manager. Explore the city’s vision, major funded capital projects, culture priorities, and application details for this $285,000–$315,000 executive role.

Surfside Beach, Texas is hiring a City Administrator with a salary of $95,000- 120,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | August 30, 2026

Clear Career Professionals proudly congratulates June Ellis on his appointment as Deputy City Manager for the City of Victoria, Texas. With 30 years of municipal leadership and finance experience across seven cities, Mr. Ellis brings a wealth of expertise to Victoria's executive team. Read more about his distinguished career and new role.

What can the TV show The Bear teach us about servant leadership? Discover how treating every team member like a "Chef" creates an organizational culture centered on connection, excellence, and shared purpose.

Retired Plano Police Sergeant Aubrey D. Paul joins The Clear Voice to discuss his memoir, Plano Grace, and how Plano navigated a severe heroin crisis in the 1990s. Discover vital lessons for municipal leaders on cross-departmental collaboration, public transparency, dignity in accountability, and effective crisis intervention.

The Clear View Volume 19 is now available, featuring local government leadership stories, municipal infrastructure insights, and current Texas local government career opportunities. Subscribe to the newsletter on LinkedIn!

Uhland, Texas is hiring a City Administrator with a salary of $140,000 - 170,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | August 21, 2026

Every public servant has a moment when the weight of their responsibility comes into sharp focus. For former city manager Dean Huard, these "Capital Dome Moments" shaped his journey from the US Army to municipal leadership. Discover why veterans are uniquely equipped to restore civility, composure, and accountability to local public service.

Rowlett, Texas is hiring a City Manager with a salary of $285,000 to $315,000, dependent on qualifications and experience.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | August 28, 2026

The City of Frisco, Texas, will soon begin its search for its next Fire Chief. Discover details on this premier executive leadership opportunity heading an accredited, ISO Class 1 department in one of the nation’s fastest-growing communities.

Denison, Texas is hiring a Director of Development Services with a salary of $150,000 to $170,000 depending on qualifications and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | August 24, 2026

In Episode 76 of The Clear Voice, Ben Jarrett of Next Meters USA joins James Groom to discuss how smart water meters help municipal utilities detect leaks faster, save staff time, and make water management beautifully simple.

A great Owner’s Rep isn't just another seat at the table. They are the connective tissue between the owner, architect, contractor, and trades. Discover what it looks like to lead with tactical empathy, clear roadblocks, and deliver projects that work for everyone.

Municipal infrastructure is evolving rapidly. In Episode 75 of The Clear Voice, host James Groom sits down with Craig Kerkhoff, PE, and Dr. Robert Hendricks of Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter (BHC) to discuss how LiDAR, drone-based mapping, digital twins, and AI are giving cities faster, safer, and more accurate tools for infrastructure planning.

When Dr. Kent Myers walked away from law school, he didn't realize he was stepping into a four-decade career shaping communities across multiple states. From an unexpected internship that changed everything to helping establish Starbase, Texas, discover the core leadership lessons, adventures, and transitions that defined his journey in municipal government.

Clear Career Professionals congratulates Roberto Baez on his appointment as the new City Manager of Los Fresnos, Texas. Bringing a proven background in strategic innovation, financial stewardship, and servant leadership from the City of Brownsville, Baez is uniquely equipped to partner with the City Council and guide the community through its next chapter of growth.

Leaving a public leadership role is often harder than it looks, as the title disappears much faster than the identity. Drawing from a powerful metaphor of geese in flight, author Chad Edwards shares how former leaders can gracefully transition from the front of the pack to the back, choosing to become encouraging "honkers" rather than armchair critics.

Strong leadership starts with clear communication, but many leaders mistake using more words for providing more clarity. In Episode #74 of The Clear Voice, host James Groom sits down with bestselling author and leadership expert Justin Atherton to discuss why getting to the point is a leadership obligation, how to regulate emotions under pressure, and how to ask better questions that drive organizational success.

Clear Career Professionals highlights the Chief of Police recruitment in Pampa, Texas, featuring an inside look from City Manager Shane Stokes and Assistant City Manager Dustin Miller on the community's unique culture, department strengths, and the servant leader they are seeking to attract.

Bobby Quinten presents key insights from the Gallup and Walton Family Foundation report, How Opportunity Takes Root. Learn how local leadership trust, housing affordability, and community connection directly impact whether residents feel empowered to shape their futures and help their communities thrive.