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.

Marshall, Texas is hiring a Public & Development Services Director that offers a competitive annual salary DOQE.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | July 29, 2026

Denison, Texas is searching for its next City Manager to guide a dynamic, growing North Texas community. Discover how this premier executive role balances historic small-town character with massive development momentum like the 3,100-acre Preston Harbor project.

When a public safety agency faces online criticism, the instinct is often to pull back or silence comments. Discover why retreating creates a communication vacuum and how leaning into consistent, humanizing stories allows local governments to reclaim their narrative from the loudest voices.

Texas Municipal Retirement System is hiring a Human Resources Director with a salary of $180,000 to $200,000 commensurate with qualifications and experience.

First review deadline - 5 p.m. | August 3, 2026

America's 250th birthday is more than a national milestone. It is a reminder that democracy is strengthened every day in the local communities where public servants keep essential promises alive.

In this raw and deeply personal feature, law enforcement veteran Arthur W. “Rusty” Myers III shares the painful reality behind his book, Tattered: When the Blue Line Frays. Discover how administrative trauma, isolation, and hidden PTSI pushed a dedicated command officer to the brink—and why accountability without humanity can destroy the very people sworn to protect us. It’s a powerful look at officer wellness, the cost of organizational silence, and a definitive reminder that the worst day of your career doesn’t have to be the final chapter of your life.

In this episode of The Clear Voice, James Groom sits down with Matt Wright, Human Resources Director for the City of Buda, Texas. Discover why organizational culture matters as much as compensation, how to spot employee disengagement early, and how internal fairness drives better community service.

Clear Career Professionals congratulates Lara Price on her appointment as the new Economic Development Director for the Village of Ruidoso, New Mexico. Read about her background in public leadership and what's next for Ruidoso's local economy.

Clear Career Professionals is honored to be assisting the City of Morgan’s Point, Texas, with the recruitment of its next City Administrator. Discover more about this historic Galveston Bay community and this upcoming municipal leadership opportunity.

Pampa, Texas is hiring a Chief of Police with a salary range from $120,000 to $140,000, depending on qualifications and experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | July 22, 2026

Dumas, Texas is hiring a Finance Director with a salary range from $110,000 to $140,000, commensurate with the candidate’s experience and qualifications..

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

Meet DeAnna Hendrix, one of Clear Career Professionals' four founding members and our Vice President of Organizational Development. Discover how her deep expertise in human resources, public-sector administration, and strategic communication helps communities connect with top-tier executive leaders.

TMRS is recruiting for its next Director of Governmental Relations, a key leadership role focused on public policy, legislative relationships, pension governance, and public service. In this PositionCast™ episode, Debbie Munoz, Dan Wattles, and Michael Boese join host James Groom to discuss the opportunity, the culture at TMRS, and the kind of mission-driven leader who can help protect the retirement promise made to public servants across Texas.