This occupation employs 26,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of -300 jobs (+-1%).
There are 2,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -30 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.