Cox Environmental Services
Trusted Environmental Expertise for Alaska’s Unique Challenges
Cox Environmental Services is a woman-owned consulting firm based in Juneau, providing practical, high-quality environmental solutions backed by more than 25 years of experience. We help clients across Southeast Alaska navigate investigations, permitting, compliance, and regulatory processes with accuracy, efficiency, and deep local expertise.
Founded by Principal Environmental Scientist Jolene M. Cox in 2016, we carry forward the trusted legacy of Carson Dorn, Inc. and deliver high-quality, practical solutions to clients across Southeast Alaska.
Our Team
JOLENE M COX – PRINCIPAL ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Jolene M. Cox, the Principal Environmental Scientist at Cox Environmental Services, founded the company in 2016 with the goal of expanding the range of comprehensive environmental services previously provided by Carson Dorn, Inc. With over 25 years of extensive experience in environmental consulting spanning Alaska and West Virginia, her expertise also includes teaching environmental science as an adjunct professor. Proficient in navigating regulatory frameworks and ensuring compliance, she excels in project management, consistently delivering projects on schedule and within budget. Her strong communication skills foster clear and impactful dialogue with clients, teams, stakeholders, and regulators.
EDUCATION
B.S. Environmental Soil Science, Michigan State University, 1998
M.S. Environmental Microbiology, West Virginia University, 2004
M KEITH COX, PhD – SENIOR ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
Dr. Keith Cox is a senior-level scientist at Cox Environmental Services with more than 25 years of experience in aquatic biology, environmental research, and applied biotechnology. His multidisciplinary career spans federal research, academic leadership, fisheries science, and scientific device innovation. An expert in physiological ecology and bioelectrical impedance analysis (BIA), he has developed groundbreaking tools and methods used to assess environmental health, organism condition, and food quality. He has held multiple leadership roles, including directing university programs, founding scientific organizations, and serving as CEO for technology-focused companies. His applied research, grant leadership, and extensive scientific communication background support high-quality environmental project execution, strong interdisciplinary collaboration, and effective communication with clients, communities, and regulators.
EDUCATION
Ph.D. Forest Resource Science (Agricultural Physiology) – West Virginia University, 2004
M.S. Aquatic Biology – Texas State University, 1998
B.S. Biology – Centenary College of Louisiana, 1993
Post-Doctoral Research – University of Alaska Fairbanks; USDA National Center for Cool & Cold Water Aquaculture; Oregon State University (2004–2006)
Additional Professional Programs – ICorps (NSF), VentureWell Ocean Enterprises, gBeta Accelerator (2025)
RAINA CIECKO – STAFF ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTIST
rciecko@coxenv.com
Raina Ciecko is a Staff Environmental Scientist at Cox Environmental Services, joining the team in 2025. She brings strong technical training in environmental engineering, field sampling, hydrologic modeling, and data analysis, with experience supporting engineering projects, environmental monitoring, and public-facing science communication. Her work history spans environmental research, environmental field operations, engineering design support, and interpretive naturalist work in Southeast Alaska. Raina’s strengths include technical writing, data interpretation, GIS and modeling tools, and effective engagement with clients, contractors, and the public.
EDUCATION
B.S. Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University, 2025
Our SERVICES
Site Investigations & Risk Assessments
- Site Characterization
- Site Assessment / Release Investigations
- Environmental Sampling of Soil, Soil Vapor, Groundwater, Surface Water, Sediment, and Air
- Data Quality Assessments
- Conceptual Site Modeling
- Exposure Pathway Analysis
- Human Health Risk Assessments
Permitting & Regulatory Compliance
- Environmental Management Plans (EMPs) & Contaminated Material Handling Plans ( CMPs)
- Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPPs) & Erosion and Sediment Control Plans (ESCPs)
- Excavation Dewatering Permits & Best Management Plans (BMPs)
- Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure Plans (SPCCs)
- Facility Response Plans (FRPs)
- Clean Air Act
Underground Storage Tanks (USTs)
- UST Closure
- Site Characterization & Corrective Action Plans
- Soil and Groundwater Remediation Design & Oversight
Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs)
- Due Diligence Evaluations including Transaction Screens, Phase I, and Phase II ESAs
National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA)
- Categorical Exclusions (CEs)
- Environmental Assessments (EAs)
- Environmental Impact Statements (EISs)
Indoor Air Quality & Industrial Hygiene Assessments
- Indoor Air Quality Assessments
- Mold Assessments
- Radon Assessments
- Asbestos Inspections
- Lead-Based Paint Assessments
Ecological Services
- Wetland Delineation Studies and Permitting
- Wetland and Stream Mitigation
Waste Management Services
- Waste Characterization
- Waste Disposal
Why Choose Cox Environmental Services
Expertise You Trust. Responsiveness You Rely On. Results That Keep Projects Moving.
We combine 25+ years of Alaska-specific experience with strong regulatory relationships to deliver fast, accurate, and practical environmental solutions. Whether we’re leading a project or supporting a larger team, clients count on us for clear communication, rapid mobilization, and seamless integration into complex design and development processes.
Let’s Work Together
Ready to move your project forward? Contact us today at 907-586-4447 or email jcox@coxenv.com to discuss your environmental consulting needs.