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Now Hiring: Visit McKinney Executive Director
The City of McKinney, Texas is seeking an experienced destination marketing leader to serve as the next Executive Director of Visit McKinney ($120,527 – $174,769). Lead regional tourism, major venue developments, and strategic destination marketing in one of North Texas’ fastest-growing communities.
Lubbock Director of Utilities: Leading a Growing Utility System
In this episode of The Clear Voice, host James Groom speaks with Lubbock Assistant City Manager Erik Rejino about the City’s search for its next Director of Utilities. Discover details on leading a 170-person department, managing $100M+ in capital investment projects.
Messer Fort Is Growing: Four Attorney Opportunities Across Texas
Messer Fort is growing, and that growth is creating four attorney opportunities across Texas. Hear directly from the firm's leadership about the work, culture, career paths, and what candidates should know before applying.
City Manager - Abilene, Kansas
The City of Abilene, Kansas is seeking an experienced municipal leader for the position of City Manager offering a salary range of $160,000 – $180,000.
First review of applications begins on Friday, November 6, 2026 at 5 PM.
Chief of Police - City of Balch Springs, Texas
Balch Springs, Texas is hiring a Chief of Police with a salary range from $137,199.24 to 173,557.04.
Acceptance of applications closes at
5 p.m. | October 26, 2026
Chief of Police - City of Shenandoah, Texas
Shenandoah, Texas is hiring a Chief of Police with a salary range from $152,000 – $165,000 depending on qualifications and experience.
The position is open until filled. First review Friday, October 30, 2026.
Messer Fort Eminent Domain & Chapter 54 Litigator - Frisco, Texas
Based in the firm's Frisco office. Compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience and is supported by a robust benefits package.
This role is open until filled.
Messer Fort Attorney | Land Use Focus- Frisco, Texas
Based in the firm's Frisco office. Compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience and is supported by a robust benefits package.
This role is open until filled.
Messer Fort Municipal Prosecutor & City Attorney - Abilene, Texas
Based in Messer Fort’s Abilene office, the firm is seeking an experienced Municipal Prosecutor & City Attorney to join its team. Compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience and is supported by a robust benefits package.
This role is open until filled.
Messer Fort Senior City Attorney- Frisco, Texas
Based in Messer Fort’s Frisco office, the firm is seeking an experienced Senior City Attorney to join its team. Compensation is dependent on qualifications and experience and is supported by a robust benefits package.
This opportunity is open until filled.
Canyon’s Next Assistant City Manager Will Step Into a Community on the Move
Canyon is entering a period of significant growth and investment, and its next Assistant City Manager will play a central role in what comes next. City Manager Joe Price shares what makes Canyon distinctive, the projects ahead, and the kind of experienced, hands-on leader who can thrive in this stable, high-performing organization.
When the Role Ends
Financial readiness is only half the retirement equation. Discover five essential questions to help public service leaders navigate identity, relationships, daily structure, and purpose after the role ends.
From Military Leadership to Montana’s Capital
In this episode of The Clear Voice, host James Groom sits down with Alana Lake, City Manager of Helena, Montana. She shares how her extensive military background in counterintelligence translated into municipal leadership, the distinction between rank and trust, and why leading doesn't mean knowing everything.
Visit McKinney Executive Director - McKinney, Texas
Apply for the Visit McKinney Executive Director position in McKinney, Texas. Lead destination marketing, tourism, sales, partnerships, and visitor development for one of North Texas' fastest-growing communities. Salary $120,527 to $174,769.
Acceptance of applications closes at:
5 p.m. CT | Monday, October 26, 2026
Clear Career Professionals Congratulates Reneé Waggoner on Appointment as Denison City Manager
Clear Career Professionals congratulates Reneé Waggoner on her appointment as City Manager for Denison, Texas, following a nationwide recruitment search that drew 50 candidates across the country.
Coming Soon: Chief of Police Recruitment in Balch Springs, Texas
Clear Career Professionals is preparing to launch the executive recruitment for the next Chief of Police in Balch Springs, Texas. Learn more about this opportunity, the department, and Clear's candidate-centered recruitment approach.
Coming Soon: City Manager Recruitment for Abilene, Kansas
Clear Career Professionals is preparing to launch the executive recruitment for the next City Manager of Abilene, Kansas. Learn more about this historic community, upcoming leadership opportunities, and Clear's candidate-centered recruitment approach.
Before It Breaks: How Leaders Build and Repair Trust
In Episode #85 of The Clear Voice, Dr. Gearl Loden breaks down how leaders can spot trust drift, apply the 72-hour repair protocol, and build lasting organizational trust using the Seven Pillars Framework.
Organizational Commitment and Length of Service in Local Government
Drawing on PhD research and over 40 years of city management experience, Dr. Kent Myers explores what drives employee commitment in municipal government. Learn how mission clarity, supervisor ethics, and honoring ICMA length-of-service guidelines build stronger communities and better career outcomes.
Fire Chief - City of Rowlett, Texas
Rowlett, Texas is hiring a Fire Chief with a salary range from $166,283.75 to $266,885.42, dependent on qualifications and experience.
Acceptance of applications closes at:
5 p.m. | October 23, 2026