Job Opening Title:
Project Archivist (Term)
Name of Employer:
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
Job Site Location (City AND State):
West Palm Beach, FL
Application Deadline:
February 20, 2026
Minimum Degree Requirement:
MLIS (or near completion) with focus on Archives
Years of experience required:
2 years
Salary Range:
$32/hour – $50/hour commensurate with education and experience
Job Opening URL:
Job Description (if URL to posting not available). Include instructions for how to apply:
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens seeks a Project Archivist to lead the first formal arrangement, description, rehousing and digitization of the Ann Weaver Norton collection. This is a term position working with Ann Weaver Norton’s personal papers and artwork and represents a unique opportunity to establish foundational archival access to a significant 20th-century artist’s legacy. The project will be completed in two phases over an anticipated 6–9-month period. Phase I focuses on Norton’s personal papers and Phase II centers on her artwork, including sketches, sculpture models, tools and ephemera. The Project Archivist will work independently in a newly dedicated archival space on site and collaborate closely with the Executive Director to develop and implement archival and digitization plans aligned with current professional standards and best practices. This position is well suited to either an entry-level archivist or a more experienced professional seeking a focused project role.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
• Collaborate with the Executive Director to develop and execute a comprehensive processing and digitization plan for both phases of the project.
• Arrange, describe, and rehouse archival materials according to current archival standards and best practices.
• Create finding aids in ArchivesSpace, including series- and folder-level descriptions and inventories.
• Conduct collection assessment, inventories, scanning, and other processing activities as outlined in the project plan.
• Develop a plan for purchasing archival shelving and storage materials.
• Prepare for and implement Phase II cataloging Ann Norton’s sketches, sculpture models, tools and ephemera.
• Assist with internal and external research requests related to the collection.
• Select materials for digitization and potential display.
Required Qualifications
• Master’s degree completed or near completion in Library Science or a related field with a focus on Archives.
• Ability to work independently and create clear documentation of archival plans and project progress.
• Familiarity with archival preservation requirements for a wide range of materials.
• Knowledge of archival management software.
Preferred Qualifications
• Two years of archival experience (including internships or volunteer work) preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of ArchivesSpace.
• Knowledge of and interest in 20th-century art and sculpture.
Working Conditions
• Periodic lifting and moving of 25–40 lb. boxes and use of a step stool or ladder.
• Work performed in a temperature-controlled environment with potential exposure to dust from archival materials.
Application Process
Please submit a thoughtful cover letter and resume in PDF format to Margaret Horgan, Executive Director, at mhorgan@ansg.org, with Project Archivist in the subject line. Relocation expenses are not available for this position.
About Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens
Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens provides diverse cultural and educational experiences to visitors of all ages within a two-acre tropical garden sanctuary that includes a nationally landmarked house and artist studio, monumental sculptures by Ann Weaver Norton, and visiting exhibitions by artists from around the world. Founded in 1977 by Ann Norton, the Gardens reflect her vision and commitment to conservation, education, culture, and community.
About the Ann Norton Archives
The Ann Weaver Norton (1905–1982) Papers, dating circa 1930-1982, include personal papers and business records documenting Norton’s life and career through biographical materials, correspondence, photographs, press and exhibition files, sculpture models and sketches. The archival and object collections provide insight into Norton’s artistic vision, and this project will significantly increase scholarly access and public engagement with her work.
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