A pretty good place - Commercial Underwriter Columbia Bank Employee Review

4.0
Sep 27, 2015
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Good benefits, 40 hours of paid volunteer time, good coworkers, good management and fairly low turnover within my group, nice work environment that is relatively flexible, strong brand recognition.

Cons

Historically low pay (improving), 401k match is standard but could be improved to compete with the larger banks, raises tend to be low and promotions can be difficult to come by, no profit sharing despite strong financial success of the company, some systems are inadequate or clunky.

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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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