This occupation employs 14,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 16,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,700 jobs (+12.2%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 170 jobs created from growth and 1,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.