This occupation employs 23,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of -4,300 jobs (+-18.5%).
There are 2,200 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -430 jobs created from growth and 2,600 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 1,100 people are expected to retire and 1,500 are expected to switch occupations.