Average
Employment
Employment
Projected
Percent
Annual
Occupational Title
1998
2008
Growth
Change
Openings
Desktop Publishing Specialists
230
410
180
78.3%
22
Computer Scientists, Nec
970
1,640
670
69.1%
72
Computer Support Specialists
4,310
6,870
2,560
59.4%
284
Paralegals & Legal Assistants
930
1,450
520
55.9%
60
Computer Engineers
2,200
3,420
1,220
55.5%
136
Systems Analysts
5,850
8,990
3,140
53.7%
350
Respiratory Therapists
1,020
1,510
490
48.0%
64
Computer Science Teachers, Post
220
320
100
45.5%
17
Medical Assistants
2,700
3,890
1,190
44.1%
187
Cardiology Technologists/Techns
230
330
100
43.5%
17
Correctional Officers
2,020
2,870
850
42.1%
141
Surgical Technologists
700
990
290
41.4%
46
Lawn Service Managers
780
1,090
310
39.7%
37
Telemktrs/Door Sales/Related Wkrs
9,440
13,050
3,610
38.2%
605
Database Administrators
950
1,290
340
35.8%
50
Secrts/Comdts/Fin Ser Sales Agts
3,570
4,840
1,270
35.6%
153
Therapists, Nec
310
420
110
35.5%
16
Financial Analysts, Statistical
480
650
170
35.4%
25
Social/Human Service Assistants
3,880
5,220
1,340
34.5%
235
Sheriffs & Deputy Sheriffs
730
980
250
34.3%
32