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Clear Takes on TMHRA Conference 2026
From the break-out sessions, to the Piano Lounge, Clear was at TMHRA making a positive impact with the Human Resource Professionals in attendance. Check out our quick recap, and we can’t wait to see you next year!
Rethinking Public Sector HR with Katie Hagen
Katie Hagen, CEO of CPS HR Consulting, joins The Clear Voice to discuss public sector HR, workforce challenges, organizational change, hiring barriers, professional development, and the future of public service.
Leadership Is Both Science and Art: Why the Best Leaders Master Both
Guest author Ron Ward explores the vital balance between the science of human behavior and the art of situational awareness. Learn how the best leaders apply what they know to what they feel in real time.
City Administrator - Caldwell, TX
City of Caldwell is hiring a City Administrator with a salary of $185,000 - $225,000 DOQ
First review deadline - 5 p.m. | June 5, 2026
Deputy City Manager Recruitment in Victoria, Texas
Victoria, Texas is recruiting a Deputy City Manager through Clear Career Professionals. Episode 60 of The Clear Voice highlights the role, the community, the leadership environment, and two distinct pathways for candidates with either a public safety or economic development background.
Coming Soon: Denison, Texas City Manager Search
We are honored to announce that we will be working with the City of Denison on this executive recruitment to find their next City Manager.
Rise Above Routine with Darren Mann
Leadership can easily become routine, especially for City Managers, department heads, and public sector executives balancing pressure, people, and constant demands. Darren Mann shares practical insight on failure, consistency, support systems, and communication that actually connects in Episode 59 of The Clear Voice podcast.
Clear Releases Candidate Expectations Video
Clear Career Professionals explains how candidates can prepare, communicate, and move through a more transparent recruitment process.
Stop the Social Media Insanity with Sam Toles
Episode 58 of The Clear Voice tackles why local government social media isn’t working.
Sam Toles of CiviSocial breaks down how to build trust, cut through noise, and actually reach your community.
Deputy City Manager - Victoria, TX
The City of Victoria is hiring a Deputy City Manager with an annual salary range of $180,000 – $200,000. Applications must be submitted by the first review date on May 22, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.
Coming Soon: TMRS Government Relations Director
Clear Career Professionals is proud to partner with TMRS on their search for a new Government Relations Director. Follow us for the official job posting coming soon.
Director of Engineering - Lufkin, TX
The City of Lufkin is seeking a Director of Engineering to serve as a key technical leader overseeing infrastructure projects, development review, and the municipal Capital Improvements Program. The first review deadline is Friday, May 22, 2026, at 5 p.m.
Why Your School Bond Needs an Owner's Rep with AG|CM
This episode explores the immense effort required to prepare for a school bond election. While getting to the ballot is a difficult hurdle, the group discusses why the true challenge begins once the bond passes and the district must pivot to getting projects moving immediately.
William Cox Selected as First City Administrator
Surfside Beach, Texas recently completed their selection for their first ever City Administrator. Congratulations to William Cox!
Coming Soon: La Marque, Texas City Manager Recruitment
Clear Career Professionals is proud to partner with the City of La Marque on their search for a new City Manager. Follow us for the official job posting coming soon.
Connecting Through Kindness
Small gestures can change a career trajectory. I wrote this to remind us that in the hustle of tasks and emails, a simple phone call or a handwritten note is often the most productive thing we can do.
Assistant City Attorney in Odessa, Texas
Odessa, Texas is hiring Assistant City Attorneys. Two roles are open to help shape legal strategy and support a growing city organization.
Water Resource Director - Ruidoso, NM
Ruidoso, New Mexico is a mountain resort community with complex water resource needs and a Water Resource Director salary range of $79,539 to $100,000.
The first review of applicants is May 6, 2026.
Ruidoso, NM Director Opportunities PositionCast™
Ruidoso, NM is rebuilding and growing. Three key leadership roles are open to shape its future.