This occupation employs 14,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 15,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.6%).
There are 1,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 500 are expected to switch occupations.