This occupation employs 37,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 36,400 over the next 10 years — an increase of -900 jobs (+-2.3%).
There are 2,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -90 jobs created from growth and 2,800 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 2,000 are expected to switch occupations.