#37 – Nederland, Texas PositionCast™ | City Manager Search with Mayor Jeff Darby
#37 – Nederland, Texas PositionCast™ | City Manager Search with Mayor Jeff Darby  
Podcast: The Clear Voice
Published On: Fri Jan 16 2026
Description: This PositionCast™ episode of The Clear Voice focuses on the City Manager search for Nederland, Texas. Clear Voice Host James Groom is joined by Michael Boese, President of Clear Career Professionals, and James Hopper, Vice President of Clear Career Professionals, along with special guest Mayor Jeff Darby of Nederland to discuss the expectations and opportunities for the next City Manager. The conversation provides direct insight into the priorities shaping Nederland’s future, including renewal of aging infrastructure, grant development and outside funding, emergency management readiness along the Gulf Coast, and the importance of strong relationships with employees, residents, and regional industry partners. Mayor Darby explains the leadership qualities the City Council values most, open communication, humility, visibility in the community, and collaboration with represented police and fire professionals. President Michael Boese reviews the recruitment process, salary range, and benefits, while Vice President James Hopper highlights the professional and leadership competencies that will help a new City Manager succeed in a complex Southeast Texas environment. Host James Groom guides the discussion to ensure candidates hear practical perspectives about culture, priorities, and the day to day realities of the role. Nederland offers highly rated schools, proximity to Houston, access to Gulf Coast amenities, and a stable economic base supported by major energy investment. The next City Manager will play a critical role in strategic planning, capital project delivery, and preparing the community for future growth and emergency events. This PositionCast™ is designed to help qualified municipal leaders determine if Nederland is the right professional and personal fit for the next chapter of their career. Position Details City Manager, Nederland Texas Salary Range: $161,000 to $219,000 DOQ Residency within city limits required Application Deadline, January 23 View posting and apply: https://clearcareerpro.com/city-manager-nederland-tx/ Connect With Clear Career Professionals Clear Career Professionals is a Texas based municipal executive search firm specializing in City Manager search services, municipal executive search, and local government leadership consulting for cities and counties across Texas and the United States. Clear works with communities to recruit City Managers, City Administrators, Assistant City Managers, Police Chiefs, Fire Chiefs, Finance Directors, HR Directors, and other senior municipal leaders. In addition to executive search services, Clear provides local government leadership training, organizational assessments, executive coaching, interim leadership placements, and strategic consulting designed to strengthen city organizations and support effective public service leadership. Clear partners with city councils, county commissioners, and public sector leadership teams seeking experienced municipal professionals who can guide growing communities, manage complex organizations, and deliver strong public service outcomes.  Career Opportunities https://clearcareerpro.com/career-opportunities LinkedIn https://linkedin.com/company/clear-career-pro