Worst bank I have ever worked for. - Universal Associate III Columbia Bank Employee Review

1.0
May 1, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

did not immediately lay off current employees of bank they merged with.

Cons

"universal" job titles create less opportunity for growth or pay increase based on merit, low pay, merge process was messy and often unethical, accounts offered are nothing special and hard to sell, system glitches became a part of procedure and were never fixed, being forced to call myself an "associate" and the branch a "store" made me feel easily expendable and less proud of my profession

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5.0
Jun 30, 2026
Recommend
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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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