This occupation employs 13,800 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,500 over the next 10 years — an increase of 800 jobs (+5.5%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 80 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.