; (3) in consultation with the Postmaster General, appoint, fix the term of service of, and remove the Deputy Postmaster General; (4) set the strategic direction of postal operations and approve the pricing and product strategy for the Postal Service; (5) set the compensation of the Postmaster General and the Deputy Postmaster General in accordance with private sector best practices, as determined by the Governors pursuant to section 3686; and (6) carry out any other duties specifically provided for in this title. (b) Appointment