This occupation employs 12,000 people now, and is projected to grow to 12,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 200 jobs (+1.5%).
There are 1,100 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 20 jobs created from growth and 1,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 300 people are expected to retire and 800 are expected to switch occupations.