This occupation employs 14,100 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.8%).
There are 2,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 1,400 are expected to switch occupations.