Steiner assumes duties as nation’s 76th postmaster general

Jul 23, 2025, 1 PM

By Linn’s Staff

On July 15 David Steiner began his tenure as the nation’s 76th postmaster general.

Steiner expressed “pride in the Postal Service, its employees and the organization’s public service mission,” the United States Postal Service said in a July 17 news release.

“I believe strongly in the role of the Postal Service as a pillar of America’s democracy and economic infrastructure, in the important support and services we provide at every business and residence, as a positive and competitive force in the marketplace, and in our enduring mission to bind the nation together,” Steiner said in a July 17 letter to employees.

Steiner succeeds Doug Tulino, who served as acting postmaster general following the resignation of Louis DeJoy in March. Tulino has now resumed his role as deputy postmaster general and chief human resources officer on a full-time basis.

The Postal Service’s board of governors selected Steiner, the former president and CEO of Waste Management, for the role during its May 9 meeting.

“In his letter to employees, Steiner wrote that his priorities include continuing service improvement, operating in a financially self-sustaining manner, and strengthening the Postal Service’s reputation, brand and culture,” the Postal Service said.

“I intend to be a strong advocate for you and your work, and for our customers, and I am confident that together we will shape a stronger future for the United States Postal Service and a stronger future for you and your loved ones,” Steiner said.

Steiner earned a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from Louisiana State University, and he received a Juris Doctor degree from the University of California, Los Angeles.

“Dave is the right person to lead the Postal Service at this time to ensure this magnificent and historic organization thrives into the future,” said Amber McReynolds, chair of the board of governors, at the May 9 meeting. “Dave is a highly regarded leader and executive with tremendous vision, experience and skill that can be applied to the long-term mission and business needs of the Postal Service. Our board looks forward to working with Dave as he takes on the core mandates of providing universal and excellent service for the American public and doing so in a financially sustainable manner.”

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