This occupation employs 25,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 27,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,400 jobs (+5.6%).
There are 2,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 140 jobs created from growth and 2,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.