This occupation employs 20,700 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,200 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,400 jobs (+-6.9%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -140 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 700 people are expected to retire and 1,200 are expected to switch occupations.