Micromanagement Based Culture - Deposit Operations Specialist Columbia Bank Employee Review

2.0
Jan 29, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Super friendly and helpful team. Busy, fast-paced environment. An OK benefit package.

Cons

Company culture is based on micromanagement. Team members have to "check in" and "out" via Teams each time they leave their desk. PTO is approved based on level of seniority. And must be requested a year ahead, whenever manager provides one hour timeframe to request it. Low pay offered.

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
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Pros

Columbia Banking System has been a great place to work for thus far. The environment is enjoyable and the company itself is virtuous.

Cons

There is quite a bit of downtime in-between customers, but this is also a pro because it means there is ample opportunity to get more customers through the door and banking with us.

2.0
Jun 25, 2026
Recommend
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Pros

Great People, generous Vacation and Sick time, and decent facilities.

Cons

Poor communication from leadership. Typical "Good ol' Boys Club" type politics, and too many convoluted policies and procedures to keep up. Hard workers are awarded with more work, while others are allowed to skate by under the radar.

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