This occupation employs 18,200 people now, and is projected to grow to 17,900 over the next 10 years — an increase of -300 jobs (+-1.6%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -30 jobs created from growth and 1,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,000 are expected to switch occupations.