Kelly Horton
About Kelly Horton
Kelly Horton is a Library Assistant specializing in Metadata Services at the City of Scottsdale, where she has worked since 2017. She also serves as an Adjunct Reference Librarian at Scottsdale Community College and has a Master of Library & Information Science from the University of Arizona.
Current Position at City of Scottsdale
Kelly Horton currently serves as a Library Assistant in Metadata Services at the City of Scottsdale. She has held this position since 2017, accumulating over seven years of experience in this role. In her capacity, she conducts instruction sessions for students, focusing on research skills and the effective use of library resources. Her expertise in metadata services supports the library's mission to provide accessible information to the community.
Previous Experience at City of Scottsdale
Prior to her current role, Kelly Horton worked in various capacities at the City of Scottsdale. She served as a Library Aide in Metadata Services for 11 months from 2016 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as a Library Assistant in Adult Services for one year from 2013 to 2014, and as a Library Aide in Circulation for three years from 2010 to 2013. Her early experience also includes a brief tenure as a Library Page in 2009.
Experience at Scottsdale Community College
Kelly Horton has been involved with Scottsdale Community College as an Adjunct Reference Librarian since 2019. In this role, she has contributed to the academic environment by providing reference services and support to students. Her previous experience at the college includes a similar position in 2017, where she served for 11 months.
Educational Background
Kelly Horton earned her Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS) from the University of Arizona, completing her studies from 2008 to 2011. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Music from Northern Arizona University, where she studied from 2003 to 2007. Her educational background supports her professional roles in library services and information management.
Technical Skills and Responsibilities
In her current role, Kelly Horton utilizes the SyrsiDynix Integrated Library System (ILS) to review MARC records and process newly received items. She is responsible for selecting replacements for outdated print resources in the library, ensuring that the collection remains current and relevant to users' needs.