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.

Clear Career Professionals is honored to partner with the City of Rowlett, Texas, in the search for its next City Manager. Learn more about this growing Lake Ray Hubbard community and stay tuned for the official recruitment launch.

Every time a good officer chooses silence, a stereotype finds new life. Sam Toles challenges law enforcement professionals to resist the temptation to disappear and find the courage to share their humanity, their stories, and their truth where it matters most.

Denison, Texas is hiring a City Manager with a salary range from $250,000 to $275,000, depending on qualifications and experience, along with an excellent benefits package.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | July 17, 2026

Odessa, Texas is hiring an Assistant City Attorney with a salary range from $160,000 to $175,000, plus strong public sector benefits.

The position is open until filled. First review deadline:
5 p.m. | July 17, 2026

La Marque, Texas is searching for its next City Manager. Known as the "Gateway to the Gulf," the city is seeking a steady, accountable leader to focus on core infrastructure, economic growth along the I-45 corridor, and organizational transparency. Discover what Mayor Keith Bell and recruiters from Clear Career Professionals say it will take to lead this passionate Gulf Coast community into its next chapter.

When good leaders are called back into service, communities thrive. Discover how Bryan Lockerby is transitioning from a distinguished 40-year career in Montana public safety and municipal administration to a critical new role on the state's newly established Judicial Performance Evaluation Commission (JPEC).

People may not remember every project, policy, or budget program at the end of a career, but they will remember how they were treated. Jim Devlin reflects on public service, organizational wellness, and the legacy leaders leave behind.

The transition from student to practitioner is more than a change of title because it represents a profound shift in identity. This article explores the hidden challenges of leaving the academic syllabus behind and offers guidance for both new public service professionals and the leaders who mentor them.

Clear Career Professionals is deeply honored to lead the executive search for the next Chief of Police for the City of Pampa, Texas. Discover how this vibrant Panhandle community is seeking a visionary leader to serve with a "Warrior’s Courage and a Servant’s Heart." Stay tuned as the official recruitment launches soon!

In this episode of The Clear Voice, former law enforcement executive and city manager Bryan Lockerby joins the show to discuss the "shopping cart test" of leadership, the reality of rural policing resource gaps, managing officer trauma, and why healthy organizations require sustainable systems.

TMRS is hiring a Director of Governmental Relations with a salary of $180,000+ commensurate with qualifications and experience.

First review deadline - 5 p.m. | July 1, 2026

The initial interview captures the freshest, most authentic narrative an investigator will ever receive. Whether handling a citizen complaint or an HR grievance, poor interviewing habits contaminate human memory and destroy case credibility. It is time for leadership to prioritize evidence-based communication.

The City of La Marque, TX is hiring a City Manager with a salary of $185,000 - $205,000 DOQE.

First review deadline - 5 p.m. | June 26, 2026