This occupation employs 13,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 13,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 500 jobs (+3.4%).
There are 1,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 50 jobs created from growth and 1,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 400 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.