Pretty average place to work - Information Technology Specialist II Columbia Bank Employee Review

3.0
Sep 19, 2021
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Pros

You get all major holidays off. If you aren't in an entry level position you get to enjoy way more perks and have a way better quality of life. The top level management is great.

Cons

Pay is okay but they are very stingy with raises and you will be living paycheck to paycheck as the wages haven't caught up with the local cost of living if you work in an entry level position be prepared to kiss up as much as possible to get into a better position as managers will only promote those who stroke their ego. Micro-managing is very real at the bank and it makes for a terrible work environment. The tenured lower management acts like the have a chip on their shoulders and that they are still in the military the way they try to approach work situations and it doesn't fair well 98% of the time. Probably some of the worst management I've ever dealt with.

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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
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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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