This occupation employs 29,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 31,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,500 jobs (+5.1%).
There are 2,400 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 150 jobs created from growth and 2,300 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 800 people are expected to retire and 1,500 are expected to switch occupations.