The Clear View Volume 19: Local Government Leadership, Infrastructure, and Career Opportunities

Clear News
Written By James Groom

The Clear View Volume 19 is now live.

This issue brings together several stories about the people, decisions, and professional values shaping local government today. From long-term city management service to emerging infrastructure technology, the latest volume reflects the kind of work Clear Career Professionals cares deeply about: helping public organizations find strong leaders, tell meaningful stories, and serve their communities well.

In this issue, readers will find reflections from Dr. Kent Myers in A Lifetime of Service in City Management, a leadership piece from Chad Edwards titled Honkers, Not Critics, and news about Roberto Baez being selected as Los Fresnos City Manager.

Volume 19 also includes a closer look at What Makes a Great Owner’s Rep, along with a Clear Voice conversation on Modern Infrastructure Mapping with Birkhoff, Hendricks & Carter. That episode explores how tools like LiDAR, drone-based mapping, digital twins, and artificial intelligence are helping municipalities make better infrastructure decisions.

The issue also highlights current career opportunities in Texas local government, including the Marshall Public & Development Services Director, Denison Director of Development Services, and TMRS Human Resources Director recruitments.

If you work in city management, public administration, municipal leadership, public works, engineering, planning, human resources, or executive recruitment, The Clear View is designed to keep you connected to the people and ideas moving local government forward.

Read The Clear View Volume 19 on LinkedIn and subscribe to future issues.

To learn more about Clear Career Professionals, our executive search services, consulting work, PositionCast™ services, and the Clear Way, visit clearcareerpro.com.

James Groom

James Groom works at the intersection of local government leadership, executive recruitment, and modern civic communication. James enjoyed a distinguished 25-year career in public service and municipal public safety, culminating in serving six years as the Chief of Police of the City of Venus, Texas. James has shifted his focus to helping public organizations find the right leaders and tell their stories more effectively.

Currently serving as Vice President with Clear Career Professionals, James supports executive recruitment efforts nationwide. He is also the Host and Producer of The Clear Voice, a show dedicated to the people and challenges shaping local government. His work blends business development with media-driven recruitment, translating complex organizational cultures into compelling narratives that attract high-quality talent.

At his core, James is a problem solver who believes that transparency and leadership development are the keys to building trust in local government.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamesrgroom/
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