This occupation employs 8,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 9,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 700 jobs (+8%).
There are 1,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 70 jobs created from growth and 1,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 500 are expected to switch occupations.