This occupation employs 20,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 18,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of -2,300 jobs (+-11.4%).
There are 1,300 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -230 jobs created from growth and 1,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 900 are expected to switch occupations.