This occupation employs 19,400 people now, and is projected to grow to 19,000 over the next 10 years — an increase of -400 jobs (+-2%).
There are 2,000 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected -40 jobs created from growth and 2,000 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 600 people are expected to retire and 1,400 are expected to switch occupations.