This occupation employs 9,900 people now, and is projected to grow to 8,700 over the next 10 years — an increase of -1,200 jobs (+-11.7%).
There are 1,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -120 jobs created from growth and 1,100 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 500 people are expected to retire and 700 are expected to switch occupations.