This occupation employs 14,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 300 jobs (+2.2%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 30 jobs created from growth and 1,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.