This occupation employs 16,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,600 jobs (+-9.8%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -160 jobs created from growth and 1,400 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 300 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.