Polar Opposite of a Great Place to Work - Anonymous employee Columbia Bank Employee Review

1.0
Dec 6, 2024
Anonymous employee
Recommend
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Pros

There is nothing to mention here.

Cons

Umpqua Bank is merely Columbia Bank in a disguise led by unqualified and closed minded types, and in no way looks or feels like the former Umpqua Bank. Its values are only aspirational words on a poster, meaning it’s all talk and no walk, and an employee focused culture is non-existent. Employees are just underpaid and unappreciated workers whose only purpose is to generate profits to benefit others.

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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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