The term of the inspector general is a maximum of seven years. To ensure accountability, the inspector general keeps Congress, the governors, and Postal Service management informed of the office's work and alerted to potential areas where the Postal Service could be more economical and efficient.
To maintain accountability, the inspector general serves for a maximum of seven years. The inspector general informs Congress, state governors, and Postal Service leadership about their work and highlights opportunities for the Postal Service to become more cost-effective and efficient.