This occupation employs 15,600 people now, and is projected to grow to 14,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,500 jobs (+-9.5%).
There are 1,800 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -150 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 900 people are expected to retire and 1,100 are expected to switch occupations.