This occupation employs 20,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 21,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of 1,500 jobs (+7.2%).
There are 1,700 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 150 jobs created from growth and 1,500 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 300 people are expected to retire and 1,300 are expected to switch occupations.