This occupation employs 26,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 26,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of 300 jobs (+1%).
There are 2,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 30 jobs created from growth and 1,900 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.