This occupation employs 32,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 29,300 over the next 10 years — an increase of -3,100 jobs (+-9.4%).
There are 2,500 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -310 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.