Dutchess County Law Enforcement Academy

Reminder - Classes start 12/3/2025

Police Recruits At Shooting Range Recruits in the Dutchess County Law Enforcement Academy Learning Night-Shooting

PT Prep. Courses will begin on December 3rd, 2025 at the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, located at 108 Parker Avenue in the City of Poughkeepsie!

The course is provided FREE of charge courtesy of Sheriff Kirk Imperati and the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, in conjunction with other local police municipalities.

Class is every Wednesday night starting December 2025 and is expected to run until April/May 2026.

Doors Open: 5:30pm
Training Session: 6pm-8:30pm

“Are you looking to become a Deputy Sheriff or Police Officer? Training for the PT test expected in 2026 starts now!

Learn from our certified Law Enforcement Physical Fitness Instructors about proper form and technique for the exercises administered during a Civil Service PT exam, as well as nutrition discussions that will help get you on track in achieving your individual fitness goals.

Additionally, attendees will undergo weekly workouts designed by our instructors to help you prepare for your specific “Cooper Standard” and to use at home on your own time when class is not in session. We help track your progress along the way and guide you throughout your fitness journey.

With over an 80% success rate last year, we highly encourage ALL to come and take advantage of this FREE training opportunity to help you achieve your goals and achieve your dream of becoming a law enforcement professional!”👍👍👍

Know your numbers! Click here:
https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/Human-Resources/Docs/Deputy-Sheriff-Physical-Fitness-Standards-Procedures.pdf

On behalf of Sheriff Kirk Imperati and the entire Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all veterans for their service, bravery, and sacrifice in defense of our great nation.

Today—and every day—we honor the men and women who have worn the uniform of the United States Armed Forces and selflessly protected our freedoms.

Thank you for your service!

The DCLEA and the Dutchess County Sheriff's Office was the host site for the Dutchess County Corrections Academy, which recently graduated after 8 weeks of training.

We would like to congratulate all of the graduates and wish everyone the best of luck in your new roles. Stay safe!👍🍀.

In addition to our yearly Law Enforcement Academy, the Corrections Academy is hosted two times during the year at our venue. As always, great job by the DCJ Training Lieutenant and her team of amazing instructors. 🙌👍

Congratulations to Our New Corrections Officers! The Putnam County Sheriff’s Office proudly recognizes our recent graduates from the Dutchess County Corrections Officers Academy: • John Burlingham • Clint Loretta-Catucci (awarded “Top Shot” in fi****ms training) • Daniel Fiorio • Frank Lombardi We commend them for their hard work and dedication throughout the academy and wish them continued success as they begin their careers serving the people of Putnam County. Please join us in welcoming these new Corrections Officers to the Sheriff’s Office family. #PutnamCounty #Corrections #LawEnforcement #Academy #graduates #ProudToServe

***Training Opportunity***

Thanks to SNYPJOA member and 2024 SRO of the Year, Officer Budde, for passing along this training opportunity.

Even if you aren’t in the immediate area, consider attending if you can! As our Community Resource Officer curriculum stresses, in order for us to give our all to our communities, we need to be whole ourselves.

Attention Dutchess County Police Agencies and surrounding municipalities:

We will be hosting several DCJS trainings in November and December. Please check the DCJS Training Calendar to find out what is being offered and sign up through their website.

*****Mark your calendars!*****

December 2025 looks to be the start of our PT prep. class. Start your training here to better prepare for the PT exam in 2026. Please stay tuned for updates.👍

We hope everyone did well on the written civil service exam this past weekend!

Remember: start training now to prepare yourself for the PT Exam 👍

Our PT prep. course will begin in late fall or early winter of 2025.

Sheriff Kirk Imperati and the men and women of the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office express profound sadness at the passing of Sergeant/Station Commander Nigel Barnett, who was tragically killed in a motorcycle crash this morning while traveling to work.

Sergeant Barnett was a 19-year veteran of the New York State Police, serving with dedication and distinction throughout his career. Prior to joining the State Police, he served as a Dutchess County Correction Officer, demonstrating his commitment to public service from the very beginning of his career.

During his time as a trooper, Sergeant Barnett worked in various locations throughout Dutchess County and worked closely alongside Dutchess County Deputy Sheriffs on patrol, forging strong working relationships before his promotion to Station Commander.

Sergeant Barnett was not only a respected member of the New York State Police, but also a trusted partner and friend to many within the Dutchess County Sheriff’s Office. We are heartbroken by his passing and extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and the members of the State Police. Please keep them in your thoughts and prayers.