This occupation employs 19,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 20,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of 400 jobs (+2.2%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 40 jobs created from growth and 2,700 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.