Compliance Agent

A compliance agent means an individual who owns or is employed by a licensed private security services business to ensure the compliance of the private security services business with this title.

Certification Steps

  1. Apply online using the Compliance Agent Initial Application at https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/licensure-and-regulatory-affairs/online-regulatory-licensing, and pay applicable non-refundable fees.
    NOTE: A Criminal History Processing form is part of the on-line initial application. There is a separate processing fee that will be reflected on your invoice.
  2. Schedule an appointment for fingerprints.  Schedule an appointment at www.fieldprintvirginia.com or call 877-614-4364.  DCJS will automatically be notified once you have been fingerprinted.
  3. Complete the Entry Level Training Course (12E).
    NOTE: You have two (2) options to choose from in order to complete the training course. Please select one of the options listed below and follow those instructions.

After completing and paying all fees on your Initial application, you have two options for taking the required training.

OPTION 1 - Entry Level CLASSROOM Training

Use this link to locate the Compliance Agent Entry Level (12E) CLASSROOM based course you wish to take. https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/training-events

Select the link to desired CLASSROOM Training.  Verify the correct date and location of the training and select REGISTER

Select REGISTER on the course selection confirmation page.

Complete the Registration information on the next few pages to reserve a seat in the course.

NOTE:  You will receive an email with 7 days of the training date confirming your registration and the course start time.



OPTION 2 - Entry Level ONLINE Training

Use this link to locate the 12E Compliance Agent (Entry Level Online) course. https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/training-events

Select the 12E Compliance Agent (Entry Level Online) training link. Select REGISTER

Select REGISTER on the course selection confirmation page.

Complete the Registration information on the next few pages to register for the course.

NOTE:  You will not have immediate access to the online course.  You will receive an email within to business days after completing the registration process.  This email will provide direction to access the online training.



***Please report the completion of your training to Loretta Lynch at (804) 225-4858 or email at Loretta.Lynch@DCJS.Virginia.gov***

If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact the training Unit at Distance.Learning@DCJS.Virginia.gov

Renewal Certification Steps

  1. Complete your online renewal application at https://www.cms.dcjs.virginia.gov/GLSuiteWeb/Clients/VADCJS/Private/Shared/login.aspx.
  2. Complete the Compliance Agent In Service Training (12I)

After completing and paying all fees on your Renewal application, you have two options for taking the required training.



OPTION 1 - In Service CLASSROOM TRAINING

Use this link to locate the Compliance Agent In Service (12I)  CLASSROOM  based course you wish to take. https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/training-events

Select the link to desired CLASSROOM Training.  Verify the correct date and location of the training and select REGISTER

Select REGISTER on the course selection confirmation page.

Complete the Registration information on the next few pages to reserve a seat in the course.

NOTE:  You will receive an email with 7 days of the training date confirming your registration and the course start time.



OPTION 2 - In Service  ONLINE Training

Use this link to locate the 12I Compliance Agent (In Service Online) course. https://www.dcjs.virginia.gov/training-events

Select the 12I Compliance Agent (In Service Online) training link. Select REGISTER

Select REGISTER on the course selection confirmation page.

Complete the Registration information on the next few pages to register for the course.

NOTE:  You will receive an email within two business days after completing the registration process with a confirmation granting access to the DCJS-Compliance Agent Training portal.



***Please report the completion of your training to Loretta Lynch at (804) 225-4858 or email at Loretta.Lynch@DCJS.Virginia.gov***

If you have questions or need further assistance, please contact the training Unit at Distance.Learning@DCJS.Virginia.gov

A natural person employed by a licensed private security services business to assure the compliance of the private security services business and its personnel with the Code of Virginia and the state regulations relating to private security services. 

Compliance agents ensure that the licensee and all employees conform to all application requirements, administrative requirements and standards of conduct pursuant to the Code of Virginia and the state regulations.  In addition, the agent ensures that all regulated employees carry proper credentials while on duty. Compliance agents also maintain documentation for all employees, or persons otherwise utilized, that verifies compliance with requirements pursuant to the Code of Virginia and the state regulations.

  1. Be a minimum of 18 years of age
  2. Be a United States Citizen or legal resident alien of the United States
  3. File a properly completed application and fingerprints
  4. Pay the nonrefundable certification fee
  5. Satisfactory completion of department regulatory compliance entry-level training 

Employment in a related field is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Such fields may include loss prevention or assets protection for a proprietary business; electrical work if applying for an electronic security business; military experience and/or other employment or experience that relates to security functions. 

The term "official documentation" refers to personnel records; DD214; copies of business licenses indicating ownership; law enforcement transcripts; certificates of training completion; a signed letter provided directly by a current/previous employer detailing dates of employment and job duties; college transcripts; letters of commendation; private security services registrations, certifications, and/or licenses from other states; and/or other employment, training, or experience verification documents. A resume is not considered official documentation. 

Individuals are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. If the training you requested was already full, you were scheduled for the next available training date prior to your expiration date. 

Individuals are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. If the training you requested was already full, you were scheduled for the next available training date prior to your expiration date. Apply early to reserve the training you wish to attend. If it is prior to your expiration date, we will try to put you in a training that is closer to you. However, you now have the option of completing your training online. Go to the Training Alternatives webpage for details. 

We try to schedule training all over Virginia. All of our training dates/locations are posted on the website about one year in advance. We try to accommodate everyone, but you will need to take training prior to your expiration date in order to remain current. Sometimes, that means attending a training in a location that is farther away than you would like. However, you now have the option of completing training online. Go to the Training Alternatives webpage for details. 

No, the compliance agent does not have to be trained and registered in any category unless he/she is actually providing regulated services in addition to compliance agent duties. 

Documents must be maintained after employment is terminated for a period of not less than 3 years. 

The business must notify the department in writing within 10 calendar days and provide the name of the individual responsible for the licensee's adherence to applicable administrative requirements and standards of conduct during the period of replacement. A new certified compliance agent must be designated within 90 days following the sole compliance agent's termination.

This training must be completed within 12 months preceding the expiration date. 

Yes, but they only have 60 days to complete training provided they submit a renewal application, renewal fee and reinstatement fee.

No, a compliance agent must be designated in writing on forms provided by DCJS. 

Yes, please note, some employers may prohibit such actions when acting in a dual capacity between private security services businesses, as it may be considered a conflict of interest.  You should check with your employer's policy for more clarification.

This term refers to the date any employee of a private security services business or training school performs services regulated or required to be regulated by DCJS.