This occupation employs 18,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 17,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,100 jobs (+-5.7%).
There are 1,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -110 jobs created from growth and 1,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.