This occupation employs 14,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 15,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,300 jobs (+8.9%).
There are 1,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 130 jobs created from growth and 1,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 200 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.