Coming Soon: City Manager Opportunity in Bridgeport, Texas

Clear News
Written By James Groom

Lead a growing, full-service community in Wise County

Clear Career Professionals is proud to partner with the City of Bridgeport on the upcoming search for its next City Manager.

Located approximately 35 miles northwest of Fort Worth, Bridgeport offers direct access to the Dallas-Fort Worth region while maintaining the personal connections and hometown atmosphere of a close-knit community. More than 7,000 residents call Bridgeport home, enjoying convenient transportation access, strong local schools, outdoor recreation, and amenities that include Lake Bridgeport and the Northwest OHV Park.

Bridgeport is a Home Rule city operating under the council-manager form of government. The next City Manager will serve as the City’s chief administrative officer, working closely with the Mayor and City Council to translate policy direction into action and lead a full-service municipal organization.

The next City Manager will have an opportunity to help bring the mission of the City of Bridgeport to life by developing the City’s workforce, strengthening service delivery, guiding long-range infrastructure and capital planning, and helping Bridgeport successfully navigate continued growth while preserving the character its residents value.

Bridgeport is seeking an experienced local government leader who communicates openly, builds strong relationships, develops capable teams, and understands the financial and operational demands of a growing, full-service municipality. The successful candidate will be visible and accessible in the community and prepared to work collaboratively with elected officials, employees, residents, businesses, and regional partners.

Complete recruitment materials, application details, and a special PositionCast™ episode of The Clear Voice will be released soon. Follow Clear Career Professionals for the official announcement and an opportunity to learn more about leading the City of Bridgeport.

Mission Statement

Through partnership with our residents and businesses, the City of Bridgeport is committed to providing exceptional services that are transparent, efficient, effective, and accessible in order to create the premier community in the region.

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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