This occupation employs 26,500 people now, and is projected to grow to 27,600 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,200 jobs (+4.4%).
There are 3,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 120 jobs created from growth and 2,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,000 people are expected to retire and 1,800 are expected to switch occupations.